Nebulae Collection (page 3)

Deneb and emission nebulae. Deneb (Alpha Cygni, lower left) is a blue giant, and one of the most powerful stars known. It is the 19th brightest star in the night sky despite its huge distance

IC 423 and IC 426 reflection nebulae, optical image. IC 423 is at lower right; IC 426 at upper left. These nebulae are reflection nebulae in the constellation Orion

Cave nebula (SH2-155), optical image. This nebula is an emission nebula, known as the Cave nebula because of the dark regions on the northern edge

NGC 2264 nebulae. Optical image of the NGC 2264 nebulae in the constellation Monoceros. North is at top. NGC 2264 is the hot young star cluster (bright patch at centre left)

Eagle and Omega nebulae. Optical image of the Eagle (red, upper right) and Omega (red, bottom centre) nebulae. They are emission nebulae

Orion nebulae. Optical image of nebulae 1600 light years away in the constellation of Orion. North is at top. The Flame Nebula (NGC 2024, pink, lower centre) is bisected by a dark lane of dust

Emission nebulae IC 1848 and IC 1805
Emission nebulae IC 1805 and IC 1848. North is at top. These nebulae are also known as the Heart and Soul nebulae. The Soul nebula (IC 1848) is at lower left

Crux and the southern celestial pole
Crux constellation and the southern celestial pole. Crux, the southern cross, is formed of four bright stars in the Milky Way at upper centre

North America nebula. North is at top. This nebula (centre left) is named for its resemblance to the continent. It is part of the same nebula as the Pelican nebula (IC 5067-70, centre right)

Rho Ophiuchi nebulae. Optical image of nebulosity around the stars Rho Ophiuchi and Antares (Alpha Scorpii). North is at top. Rho Ophiuchi (upper left) is surrounded by a blue reflection nebula

Centaurus and Crux constellations. These are bright constellations in the southern hemisphere, representing a centaur and the Southern Cross respectively

Emission nebula, computer artwork
Emission nebula. Computer artwork of an emission nebula. Nebulae are huge clouds of interstellar gas and dust. Emission nebulae are starbirth regions that glow red due to the ionisation of hydrogen

Lagoon and Trifid nebulae. Optical image of the Lagoon nebula (M8, centre right) and the Trifid nebula (M20, upper right)

Iris Nebula. Optical image of NGC 7023, the Iris Nebula (blue, upper centre). North is at top. This reflection nebula is the part of a cloud of gas

Bubble nebula and surrounding nebulae
Bubble nebula (NGC 7635) with surrounding nebulosity. North is at top. The Bubble itself is in the bright orange patch just left of centre, just left of the bright blue star

Early history of the universe, artwork
Early history of the universe. Artwork showing the cooling and expansion of the early universe from its origin in the Big Bang (upper left)

Multiple universes, artwork
Multiple universes. Artwork showing multiple universes forming from black holes following the Big Bang formation of the initial universe at top left

Pinwheel galaxy (M33)

Pinwheel galaxy. Optical image of the Pinwheel galaxy (M33) in the constellation Triangulum. North is at top. This face-on spiral galaxy is just under 3 million light years from our Milky Way galaxy

Search for extraterrestrial intelligence. Message in a bottle, washed up on a beach, beneath a nebula and stars. The message asks whether there is " Anyone there

V. Ambartsumian, Soviet astrophysicist
Viktor Amazaspovich Ambartsumian (1908-1996), Soviet astrophysicist and astronomer. Ambartsumian was one of the founders of theoretical astrophysics

Planetary nebula, artwork
Planetary nebula, computer artwork. Planetary nebulae are shells of glowing gases from a dying star, expanding outwards from the central star

Milky Way galactic centre, composite image. This image is around 250 light years across. It shows the centre of the Milky Way galaxy, located 26

Star-birth region, space telescope image

Astronomical collage. Artwork showing (from left to right): the Earth, a planet and its parent star, nebulae (red, green and black), the surface of a star, a ringed gas giant planet, a comet

Earth, Sun and Moon. Artwork of the Earth, Sun and Moon seen from space. Earth is centred on Europe. Earth is the third planet from the Sun

Early universe, artwork
Early universe. Artwork showing the clumping of matter in stellar nurseries in the early universe. Stars form when gravitational accretion causes clumps of gas and dust (nebulae)

Earth and nebulae. Computer artwork of the Earth with a nebula behind it. A nebula is a large cloud of gas and dust in space. They are often many light years across

Exoplanet and parent star, artwork

Herschel Space Observatory, artwork
Herschel Space Observatory, with nebulae in the background, artwork. Herschel is one of the largest space telescopes ever launched

Swan and Eagle nebulae, optical image. These are both emisison nebulae, clouds of gas and dust glowing red as the hydrogen gas is ionised by radiation from hot young stars within them

Earthlike alien planet, artwork
Earthlike alien planet. Artwork of the view from above the surface of a moon orbiting an Earthlike alien planet (upper right)

Earthlike planet in Orion Nebula, artwork. A small moon is at upper left, and the surface of another moon is at lower left

Starbirth region, artwork
Starbirth region. Artwork of a stellar nursery, with many proto-stars lighting up the interstellar gas and dust (nebula) from which the stars are forming

Multiverse layers, artwork. The multiverse, also called the meta-universe or metaverse, is the hypothetical set of possible universes, and includes all of space and time

Alien planet, artwork
Alien planet. Artwork of a nebula as seen from an alien planet

Gravitational lens. Artwork showing how gravitational lenses can enable astronomers on Earth (upper right) to see magnified views (across bottom) of distant astronomical objects

William Herschel, astronomer
Frederick William Herschel (November 1738 - 25th August 1822) steel engraving 1833 " Gallery of Portraits" by Schriven after J. Russel 1790

Creation of the human brain, artwork
Creation of the human brain. Conceptual computer artwork of a human brain amid swirling clouds of stardust. This could represent the creation and evolution of the modern human brain

Eclipse over an alien planet, artwork. The planets moon (upper right) is passing in front of (eclipsing) the planets parent star

Earth, artwork
Earth. Computer artwork of the Earth amongst stars and clouds of swirling star dust

Christmas Tree Cluster (NGC 2264)
Christmas Tree cluster (NGC 2264), optical image. This nebula, also known as the Cone Mosaic nebula, consists of clouds of dust

Ring, Dumb-Bell Nebulae
Dumb-Bell Nebula and Ring Nebula

Nebula of Solar System
The great nebula of the Solar System

Nebula in Orion
The nebula of the constellation, Orion

Nebula in Andromeda
The nebula of the constellation, Andromeda

Nebula in Hercules
The nebula of the constellation, Hercules

Various Nebulae
A diagram showing various nebulous stars and nebulae

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Nebulae, the captivating celestial wonders that grace our night sky, are a testament to the vastness and beauty of our universe. Among these mesmerizing cosmic clouds lie the Messier objects, a full set of astronomical delights waiting to be explored. One such marvel is the Orion Nebula, nestled within the prominent constellation Scorpius. Its radiant glow illuminates the darkness with ethereal hues, captivating stargazers for centuries. As we gaze upon its splendor, we cannot help but feel humbled by its sheer magnitude. The Eagle Nebula enchants us with its iconic Pillars of Creation—a stellar nursery where new stars are born amidst swirling gases and dust. Akin to an artist's canvas in space, it reminds us of nature's ability to create masterpieces on unimaginable scales. Venturing further into this cosmic gallery reveals breathtaking sights like the Horsehead Nebula and Ring Nebula M57—each offering their unique allure through intricate shapes and vibrant colors captured brilliantly by Hubble's lens. Perched atop Mauna Kea telescopes against a backdrop of Milky Way brilliance lies another spectacle—the Large Magellanic Cloud. This satellite galaxy beckons astronomers from around the globe to uncover its secrets hidden within distant galaxies. Composite images like those showcasing Seagull Nebula or VISTA's stunning portrayal of Helix Nebula transport us beyond what meets the eye—revealing layers upon layers of interstellar wonderment that defy comprehension. We owe much gratitude to William Herschel whose keen observations in 1811 gifted humanity with detailed drawings capturing nebulous formations—an invaluable contribution that continues to inspire scientific inquiry today. As we ponder these celestial enigmas scattered throughout our cosmos, let us embrace their mystery while cherishing every glimpse they offer into realms far beyond our reach. For in their presence lies not only profound beauty but also an invitation for exploration—to unravel the mysteries that lie within these enchanting nebulae.