Planetary Systems Collection (#4)

A planet and its moon are dimly lit by a distant sun
Dimly lit by a distant sun the foreground moon in this far off system receives only enough light energy to show a rocky frozen surface

A gas giant partly hidden in a nebula

A cosmic place within a nebula where stars and planets are born
Artists concept illustrating a place within a nebula where stars and planets are born, creating a fusion of power, energy, color and cosmic beauty

An alien flying saucer traveling through the vastness of outer space

A gas-giant planet orbiting very close to its parent star
An artists conception shows a gas-giant planet orbiting very close to its parent star, creating searingly hot conditions on the planets surface

An alien planet and its nebulous Sun

Binary worlds orbiting each other
Artists concept illustrating binary worlds that orbit each other. The smaller of the two planets show signs of oceans, which could harbor life. This is an interesting system to explore

Artists concept of a solar storm
Our very own Sun creates a solar storm every now and again. One of the side effects can be a disruption in telecommunications and an increase in the beautiful northern lights, the aurora borealis

An eye-shaped nebula and ring of glowing debris around a planetary system
An eye-shaped nebula, the remains of a star forming molecular cloud that is being torn apart by the supergiant at its center

A distant star illuminates an extrasolar planet on the horizon of a frozen moon
Lit by a distant, fading star this extrasolar planet seen through the misty horizon of this frozen moon is slowly cooling and begining to lose its atmosphere into the cold reaches of space

Space battle with two rival factions near a planetary body

New star formation in a vast gaseous nebula

The view from a busy planetary system to a nearby stellar nursery
Artists concept showing the view from a busy planetary system to a nearby stellar nursery

A comparison of several different solar systems

A young star system located in our Milky Way Galaxy

A close-up of an extrasolar planet passing in front of a Sun-like star
This artists impression shows a dramatic close-up of the extrasolar planet XO-1b passing in front of a Sun-like star 600 light-years from Earth

The universe in a perpetual state of chaos
Artists concept illustrating the universe in a perpetual state of chaos, with colliding galaxies, supernova, rough comets, asteroids and black holes

A supermassive black hole at the center of a remote galaxy digesting the remnants
This artists concept shows a supermassive black hole at the center of a remote galaxy digesting the remnants of a star. The artists concept chronicles the star being ripped apart

View of a distant gas giant in a binary solar system
View of a distant gas giant, surrounded by its four moons, in a binary solar system, with a nebula in the background

The death of a distant star and its system of planets. As it finally explodes, destroying everything in its way. From this supernova event, new stars and planets will eventually be created and born

A distant alien world and its moon surrounded by nebulous gas clouds
A distant alien world and its moon surrounded by vibrant colored nebulous gas clouds and illuminated by its Sun

An eclipsing binary star known as Algol, or Beta Persei
Algol (Beta Persei) is an eclipsing binary. Algol means The Ghoul in Arabic, and refers to its regular brightening and dimming

A lonely tree on an extraterrestrial world with a stunning view

Artists concept illustrating the edge of space, whereas time blurs planets, galaxies, nebula, and stars into one beautiful cosmic scene

Kepler 10b is the first extrasolar planet discovered that is known to be solid. It orbits so close to its star that its red-hot

Artists concept of the Kepler-16 system, showing the binary star being orbited by Kepler-16b. Kepler-16 orbits a slowly rotating K-dwarf that is very active with numerous star spots

Alien worlds that orbit different types of stars. These planets belong to a system that is part of a small star cluster which illuminates nebulous gases

A colorful section of alien space in our galaxy

Illustration of the giant extrasolar planet 70 Virginis b
Extrasolar planet 70 Virginis b presides over the hot and airless terrain of a hypothetical moon. While it is not known if 70 Virginis b has rings, it is certainly possible

The orbit of the binary Kuiper Belt object with the orbits of Pluto and Neptune
This illustration compares the orbit of the binary Kuiper Belt object, called 1998 WW31, with the orbits of Pluto and Neptune, the outermost solar system planets

A ringed gas giant is home to several worlds and worldlets. Hommage to 2001

A vast gaseous nebula illuminated from within by new stars
A vast gaseous nebula illuminated from within by the new stars being born inside it

New planets and solar systems forming within a gaseous nebula
New planets and solar systems forming within a vast colorful gaseous nebula

Illustration of a double sunrise on twin worlds
Artists concept of twin worlds, but in different dimensions. These worlds orbit in opposite directions, and once every year the two worlds seem to touch, resulting in a double sunrise

Starships blast past a blue planet and its moons
Several starships blast past a system of a blue planet and its moons

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"Exploring the Wonders of Planetary Systems: A Journey into Colorful and Beautiful Universes" An alien planet and its moon gracefully orbit around a mesmerizing red giant star, showcasing the captivating dance of celestial bodies. Artists' concept unveils two Saturn-sized planets discovered by Kepler, offering a glimpse into the vast diversity within planetary systems. Behold the universe's breathtaking palette of intense colors and stunning beauty, where every corner holds secrets waiting to be unraveled. Epsilon Eridani reveals a Jupiter-mass planet in its proximity, igniting hopes for potential habitability in this nearby stellar system. Immerse yourself in an artist's vision of Epsilon Eridani—a possible haven for life—where dreams intertwine with scientific exploration. Amongst the planets encircling 70 Virginis lies a colossal super-Jupiter, reminding us that size is not limited to our own cosmic neighborhood. Comparing planetary systems through intricate artwork allows us to appreciate their unique characteristics and marvel at their complexity. Delve into "The Planetary Systems, " an enchanting engraving capturing humanity's fascination with these celestial wonders throughout history. The James Webb Space Telescope stands ready as our gateway to unraveling distant alien star systems, expanding our understanding of the cosmos beyond measure. Witness an artist's conception of Kepler-11 planetary system—an awe-inspiring arrangement that challenges our preconceived notions about space exploration possibilities. Diagramming the orbits of planets offers a visual feast for astronomers as they navigate through intricate patterns woven by gravitational forces across vast distances. Embark on this extraordinary journey through planetary systems—a kaleidoscope of wonderment where science meets artistry—and let your imagination soar among stars.