Why does the galaxy LEDA 074886 appear rectangular?

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LEDA 074886, also known as PGC 74886, is a dwarf galaxy with a rare rectangular shape, located at a distance of about 70,000,000 light-years ( 21,000,000 pc) ...
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LEDA 074886, also known as PGC 74886, is a dwarf galaxy with a rare rectangular shape, located at a distance of about 70,000,000 light-years ( 21,000,000 pc) ...
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