Cosmic Dust Collection (#2)

Galaxy sizes compared to IC 1101, the largest known galaxy

M42, the Orion Nebula (top), and NGC 1977, a reflection nebula (bottom)

Artists concept of Saturn as seen from the surface of its moon Iapetus. Saturn dominates Iapetus velvet black sky framed by three inner moons. Left to right are Tethys, Rhea and Dione

A dark nebula against the Milky Way

Horsehead Nebula and Flame Nebula in Orion

Our Sun may have formed from a protostellar nebula like this one

An unusual nebula in the cosmos has a heart at its center

NGC 1973, The Running Man Nebula. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

Orion and Canis Major showing dog stars Sirius and Procyon
Orion and Canis Major, taking in Canis Minor as well, including the dog stars Sirius (lower) and Procyon (upper left). Around Orion you can see Barnards Loop

NGC 2264, the Christmas Tree Cluster and nebula. This image captured with a telescope and a scientific CCD camera

Artists concept of the cosmic wonders of the universe, such as stars, galaxies, planets, nebulae, comets and more

The Cone Nebula and Christmas Tree Cluster, also known as NGC 2264, in the constellation Monoceros

The Propeller Nebula, also known as DWB 111 or Simeis 57, lies in the constellation Cygnus, near a Wolf-Rayet star (WR-140)

Witch Head Nebula
IC 2118, also known as Witch Head Nebula, is a reflection nebula near the Orion constellation

The Orion Nebula with reflection nebula NGC 1977
Messier 42, the Orion Nebula with reflection nebula NGC 1977

The Tarantula Nebula
NGC 2070, The Tarantula Nebula

Artists concept of a supernova explosion. A supernova is a stellar explosion that is brighter than a galaxy for a short time as it fades from view, leaving dust and particles to form other stars

The Orion Nebula Region
The Orion Nebula, M42 and M43, with surrounding associated nebulae and star clusters, such as the Running Man Nebula above (NGC 1975) and blue star cluster above it, NGC 1981

Orion and the Winter Triangle stars; Sirius, Procyon and Betelgeuse. M50, M46, M47 and M41 open clusters are all visible at left

A selection of galaxies smaller than the Milky Way shown to the same scale
Galaxy size comparison chart. A selection of galaxies smaller than the Milky Way shown to the same scale

The Rosette Nebula

Scorpius with parts of Lupus and Ara regions of the southern Milky Way
All of Scorpius, plus parts of Lupus and Ara regions of the southern Milky Way. Along the Milky Way are numerous nebulae, including the False Comet area, the Cats Paw area

The brilliant blues of this star making nebula shine throughout the cosmos

Cosmic image of our vast universe

A young star circled by full-sized planets, and rings of dust beyond
In this image, a young star is shown circled by full-sized planets, and rings of dust beyond. These rings, also called debris discs, arise when embryonic planets smash into each other

Nebula glows gently with shades of blue and green
Recently discovered nebula glows gently with shades of blue and green

The blast wave of a nova pulls away the gas clouds surrounding this system, lighting its sole planet up with a deadly sunrise

Barred Spiral Galaxy NGC 1672 in Dorado
NGC 1672 is a prototypical barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Dorado, and differs from normal spiral galaxies in that the spiral arms do not twist all the way into the centre

Spiral galaxy M74
November 29, 2007 - Spiral galaxy M74. Bright knots of glowing gas light up the spiral arms, indicating a rich environment of star formation

The Cave Nebula

Dusty Nebulae in Cepheus constellation
This field contains the dusty nebula vdb 150 in the Cepheus constellation

A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale
Galaxy size comparison chart. A selection of galaxies shown to the same scale

Messier 81, or Bodes Galaxy, is a spiral galaxy located in the constellation Ursa Major
Messier 81, or Bodes Galaxy, is located about 12 million light years from our planet and is one of the most iconic spiral galaxies in the night sky

The Large Magellanic Cloud and bright star Canopus

Messier 101, The Pinwheel Galaxy in Ursa Major

Widefield view of nebulae in Sagittarius

The Sombrero Galaxy, also known as Messier 104 or NGC 4594, is an unbarred spiral galaxy in the constellation Virgo. It has a bright nucleus, an unusually large central bulge

NGC 6995, the Bat Nebula, part of the Veil Nebula in Cygnus

The Rosette Nebula with nebulosity complex in Monoceros
The Rosette Nebula (bottom), with open cluster NGC 2244, and complex of nebulosity in Monoceros (above), including the Cone Nebula and Christmas Tree Cluster, with Monoceros dark nebula complex

The Heart and Soul Nebulae in the constellation Cassiopeia
The Heart Nebula (at right, aka IC 1805) and the Soul Nebula (at left, aka IC 1848, and also the Fetus Nebula), in Cassiopeia. Just right of upper centre is the open star cluster NGC 1027

The Grand Carina Nebula in the southern sky. The Carina Nebula is a hydrogen-rich diffuse nebula

The Bubble Nebula and open star cluster in the Cassiopeia constellation

Infrared portrait revealing the stars and dust of the Small Magellanic Cloud
The infrared portrait of the Small Magellanic Cloud reveals the stars and dust in this galaxy as never seen before. The Small Magellanic Cloud is a nearby satellite galaxy to our Milky Way galaxy

Nebulosity in Cassiopeia showing NGC 7822 and IC 1805
Nebulosity in Cassiopeia showing NGC 7822 (above center), and IC 1805 (at left)

Widefield view of the Crescent Nebula, also known as NGC 6888

The summer Milky Way on a clear moonless evening in Alberta, Canada
September 9, 2013 - The summer Milky Way on a clear moonless evening in Alberta, Canada

IC 59 and IC 62 faint reflection nebulae near Gamma Cassiopeia

Newly formed stars in the center of a star-forming region in the Small Magellanic Cloud
This image depicts bright, blue, newly formed stars that are blowing a cavity in the center of a star-forming region in the Small Magellanic Cloud

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"Unveiling the Mysteries of Cosmic Dust: A Journey Through Celestial Wonders" Embark on a cosmic odyssey as we explore the captivating realm of cosmic dust, scattered throughout the vast expanse of our universe. From M16, The Eagle Nebula in Serpens to the majestic Sombrero Galaxy (Messier 104), prepare to be mesmerized by celestial spectacles beyond imagination. Gaze upon the ethereal beauty of The Orion Nebula, where stars are born amidst swirling clouds of stardust. Witness a galactic light show in spiral galaxy NGC 4258, as vibrant hues dance across its spiraling arms like celestial brushstrokes. Marvel at NGC 3324, also known as the Gabriela Mistral Nebula located in the constellation Carina, where stellar nurseries give birth to new suns. Behold IC 2177, aptly named Seagull Nebula for its resemblance to a graceful seabird soaring through space. Contemplate the awe-inspiring Pillars of Creation within The Eagle Nebula; colossal structures sculpted by cosmic forces that harbor nascent star systems within their towering columns. Encounter an alien planet and its moon gracefully orbiting around a red giant star – a testament to both extraterrestrial marvels and infinite possibilities. The universe is not only an enigmatic abyss but also a place teeming with intense color and beauty. Delight your senses with vivid displays found within The Horsehead Nebula in Orion or immerse yourself in wonderment while observing The Pinwheel Cluster and Starfish Cluster residing within Auriga's embrace. And let us not forget Vela supernova remnant at the heart of Gum Nebula area - remnants from cataclysmic explosions that remind us how even destruction can create breathtaking phenomena. Cosmic dust unveils secrets hidden among galaxies and nebulous realms alike; it serves as both witness and catalyst to the cosmic ballet unfolding before our eyes.