| Name | Interacting galaxy NGC 7714, Markarian 538, and part of Arp 284 |
| Description | Interacting Galaxy |
| Location | Found in the constellation Pisces |
| Distance from Earth | About 100 million light-years from Earth |
This interacting galaxy, NGC 7714, has been distorted by interactions with NGC 7715, a companion galaxy not seen in this image.
"Fast Facts: Interacting Galaxy NGC 7714" is a table that lists the name, description, location, and distance of the galaxy from Earth. A picture of the galaxy is included.
Use this resource as:
A source of information. Read the table to find out about this object.
A mapping activity. Locate the galaxy's associated constellation on a star map.
A large-number recognition activity. Have students study this table and other galaxy Fast Fact tables. Students can order objects based upon their distances from Earth.
An inquiry tool. Have students write down questions they would like answered about the image and the information in the Fast Facts table.
An engagement tool. Involve students in a discussion.
HubbleSite press release: "Hubble Spies a Loopy Galaxy"
Amazing Space resources by topic: Galaxies
