H Ii Regions Collection (#6)

H II regions, the celestial nurseries of stars, are scattered throughout our vast universe

Messier 78, a reflection nebula in the constellation Orion

H Ii Regions Collection: The central region of the Lagoon Nebula

The central region of the Lagoon Nebula, which is also known as Messier 8, in the constellation of Sagittarius

The Heart Nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia

vdB 93 is an emission and reflection nebula in Canis Major

H Ii Regions Collection: Messier 52 and the Bubble Nebula in Cassiopeia

Messier 52 and the Bubble Nebula in Cassiopeia
Messier 52 open cluster in Cassiopeia (upper left) and NGC 7635, the Bubble Nebula (centre)

The Galactic Center of the Milky Way Galaxy

H Ii Regions Collection: The Lagoon Nebula and Trifid Nebula

The Lagoon Nebula and Trifid Nebula
M8, the Lagoon Nebula and Messier 20, the Trifid Nebula

H Ii Regions Collection: Panorama near the Sagittarius region of our Milky Way galaxy

Panorama near the Sagittarius region of our Milky Way galaxy
This large field contains many famous objects including the Eagle Nebula, Swan Nebula, Lobster Nebula, and many others

M42, The Orion Nebula

The Lagoon Nebula and Trifid Nebula in Sagittarius constellation

H Ii Regions Collection: Carina Nebula Star-Forming Pillars

Carina Nebula Star-Forming Pillars
One light-year tall star-forming pillars of cold hydrogen and dust located in the Carina Nebula. The result is from radiation from massive stars that is carving away at cold molecular clouds

H Ii Regions Collection: The Elephant Trunk Nebula

The Elephant Trunk Nebula, also known as IC 1396A, is a concentration of interstellar gas and dust in the IC 1396 star cluster and ionized gas region located in the Cepheus constellation

H Ii Regions Collection: NGC 3293, the Gem Cluster and Gabriela Mistral Nebula

NGC 3293, the Gem Cluster and Gabriela Mistral Nebula
NGC 3324 and 3293 are sparkling star clusters at the northwest corner of the Carina Nebula. NGC3293 is a small but very bright open cluster, called the Gem Cluster

H Ii Regions Collection: Nebulosity in Cygnus

Nebulosity in Cygnus
Nebulosity in the heart of Cygnus the Swan, including the North America Nebula and Pelican Nebula at left (NGC 7000 and IC 5070) and Gamma Cygni complex at right (IC 1318)

M20, The Trifid Nebula in Sagittarius

H Ii Regions Collection: Starburst Galaxy NGC 1313

Starburst Galaxy NGC 1313
NGC 1313 bears resemblance to the Magellanic Clouds, the disturbed dwarf galaxies orbiting the Milky Way. It is also known as a starburst galaxy evidenced by clouds of brilliant

H Ii Regions Collection: The Lobster Nebula in Scorpius

The Lobster Nebula in Scorpius
NGC 6357, the Lobster Nebula in Scorpius

H Ii Regions Collection: Narrowband image of Thackerays Globules and IC 2944

Narrowband image of Thackerays Globules and IC 2944, also known as the Running Chicken Nebula

The Trifid Nebula located in Sagittarius

Galaxies NGC 3166 and NGC 3169 in the constellation Sextans

H Ii Regions Collection: Clusters of young stars in the North American Nebula

Clusters of young stars in the North American Nebula
This swirling landscape of stars is known as the North America Nebula. In visible light, the region resembles North America, but in this infrared view, the continent disappears

H Ii Regions Collection: The Eagle Nebula in the constellation Serpens

The Eagle Nebula in the constellation Serpens
M16, the Eagle Nebula in the constellation Serpens

H Ii Regions Collection: The Bubble Nebula, an emission nebula in Cassiopeia

The Bubble Nebula, an emission nebula in Cassiopeia
The Bubble Nebula (NGC 7635) is a H II region emission nebula in the constellation Cassiopeia

H Ii Regions Collection: IC 2944, a large H II region in the constellation of Centaurus

IC 2944, a large H II region in the constellation of Centaurus
IC 2944, a large H II region (star forming cloud) in the southern constellation of Centaurus. The bright blue star near the center is Lambda Centauri

H Ii Regions Collection: Westerlund 2 star cluster in Carina

Westerlund 2 star cluster in Carina
Westerlund 2 (Gum 29), star cluster in Carina. Westerlund 2 is remarkable for the presence of one of the most massive stellar systems known, WR20a, seen as an eclipsing binary system

H Ii Regions Collection: NGC 2841, spiral galaxy in Ursa Major

NGC 2841, spiral galaxy in Ursa Major. NGC 2841 is a compact flocculent spiral galaxy, a member of the nearby Leo cloud

H Ii Regions Collection: NGC 4449, an irregular galaxy in the constellation Canes Venatici

NGC 4449, an irregular galaxy in the constellation Canes Venatici. NGC 4449 is a dwarf irregular galaxy and a member of the Canis Venaticorum I cloud which contains a few other prominent galaxies

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H II regions, the celestial nurseries of stars, are scattered throughout our vast universe. From M16, The Eagle Nebula in Serpens to The Orion Nebula and NGC 3324, also known as the Gabriela Mistral Nebula located in the constellation - these breathtaking regions captivate astronomers and stargazers alike. IC 2177, the Seagull Nebula spreads its wings across the sky while Pillars of Creation stand tall within the Eagle Nebula. The Horsehead Nebula in the constellation Orion adds a touch of mystery to this cosmic dance. The beauty continues with The Hourglass Nebula's mesmerizing shape and NGC 6523, better known as the Lagoon Nebula's ethereal glow. As we journey deeper into space, we encounter The Carina Nebula or NGC 3372 - a stunning display of colors that ignite our imagination. Dreams take flight amidst these celestial wonders; their inspirational quotes and motivational posters reminding us to reach for the stars. Star formation thrives within Tarantula Nebula while at its core lies The Trapezium Cluster - a radiant centerpiece within The Orion Nebula. H II regions serve as reminders of our place in this vast cosmos – where new stars are born and dreams find their spark.