Cosmic Dust Collection (page 7)

Illustration of a gaseous nebula from which star formation may occur

The colorful region around Antares in Scorpius and blue Rho Ophiuchi in Ophiuchus
The colorful region around yellow Antares (bottom) in Scorpius and blue Rho Ophiuchi (top) in Ophiuchus. The nebulae are largely reflection nebulae

NGC 6888, the Crescent Nebula in the Cygnus constellation

Artists concept of a Hot Jupiter extrasolar planet orbiting a sun-like star. The intense heat from the star blows off the planets atmosphere into space

Sharpless 2-132 emission nebula at the Cepheus / Lacerta border
Sharpless 2-132 emission nebula at the Cepheus/Lacerta border

An Earth-like planet with a pair of moons in orbit
An artists depiction of an Earth-like planet alone in space with a pair of moons in orbit. A nebula shines in the background

Artists concept of Saturn
Artists concept showing how Saturn might look from high above the ring plane and at a right angle to the Sun, a perspective that we could never get from the Earth nor from the Hubble Space Telescope

Spiral Galaxy NGC 2841
A majestic disk of stars and dust lanes in this view of spiral galaxy NGC 2841, which lies 46 million light-years away in the constellation of Ursa Major (The Great Bear)

Galaxies M81 and M82 as seen through the Intergalactic Flux Nebula
The galaxies M81 and M82 as seen through the Intergalactic Flux Nebula

The North America Nebula (NGC 7000) is an emission nebula in the constellation Cygnus. The remarkable shape of the emission nebula resembles that of the North American continent

Eagle Nebula and Swan Nebula

A possible newfound planet spins through a clearing in a nearby stars dusty, planet-forming
In this artists conception, a possible newfound planet spins through a clearing in a nearby stars dusty, planet-forming disc

Mosaic of Orion Nebula and Horsehead Nebula

Cygnus Wall, NGC 7000, the North American Nebula

The Butterfly Nebula (DWB 67, 72, 76, 81) is a bright emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus

A nebulous alien planetary star system somewhere in our Milky Way galaxy

The Crescent Nebula with Soap-Bubble Nebula
NGC 6888, the Crescent Nebula with Soap-Bubble Nebula

A false-color image of the star AE Aurigae
This is a false-color image of the star AE Aurigae (bright source of light near the center of image) embedded in a region of space containing smoke-like filaments of carbon-rich dust grains

Artists concept of a rose nebula, home to relatively new and young star systems
Artists concept of a rose nebula, named because of its delicate colors, and home to relatively new and young star systems

IC 1318 and the Butterfly Nebula around star Gamma-Cygni

WR 134, a Wolf-Rayet Star. Wolf-Rayet Stars produce powerful stellar winds and contribute chemical elements to the interstellar medium

A star having the mass of more than 8 solar masses ends in a supernova explosion
A star having the mass of more than 8 solar masses has a short life and ends in a supernova explosion

Dark lanes of dust crisscross the elliptical galaxy Centaurus A
Dark lanes of dust crisscross the giant elliptical galaxy Centaurus A. Also visible are the vibrant glow of young, blue star clusters and a glimpse into regions normally obscured by the dust

Infrared image of the center of the Milky Way Galaxy
This composite color infrared image of the center of our Milky Way galaxy reveals a new population of massive stars and new details in complex structures in the hot ionized gas swirling around

Silicate Crystal Formation in the Disk of an Erupting Star
This artists concept illustrates how silicate crystals like those found in comets can be created by an outburst from a growing star

Messier 81, a spiral galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major
Messier 81, also known as NGC 3031 or Bodes Galaxy, is a spiral galaxy in the constellation Ursa Major

Starforming emission nebula NGC 6188 in the constellation Ara. The birthplace of very young, only few hundred million years old suns

NGC 602, starforming complex in the Small Magellanic Cloud

Starforming region NGC 6559 in the Sagittarius constellation

Panorama of Milky Way above the Table Mountain Star Party in Washington state
July 25, 2014 - A 360 degree panorama of the Table Mountain Star Party held at the Eden Valley Guest Ranch in northern Washington state

The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus up to the Carina Nebula
The southern sky and Milky Way from Canopus (at lower right) up to the Carina Nebula at upper left, with the False Cross in the centre, made of stars from Vela and Carina

NGC 1977 is a reflection nebula northeast of the Orion Nebula

The Question Mark nebula in Orion
The Question Mark Nebula located in the Orion constellation. Visible in this image is LBN 917 (larger at bottom), and LBN 906 (smaller at top)

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

NGC 1097, a barred spiral galaxy in the constellation Fornax

Artists concept of a nebula over a hypothetical planet
This star-forming nebula is only a few light years from the surface of this hypothetical planet, resulting in a spectacular display in the evening sky

Young stars emerge from Orions head
May 17, 2007 - This image from the Spitzer Space Telescope shows infant stars hatching in the head of the hunter constellation, Orion

NGC 6726, galactic dust cloud in Corona Australis

Messier 78, also known as NGC 2068, is a reflection nebula in the constellation Orion

IC 5068, a faint emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus
IC 5068 is a faint emission nebula located in the constellation Cygnus, south of the North American Nebula

Baby stars are forming near the eastern rim of the cosmic cloud Perseus, in this infrared image from the Spitzer Space Telescope

This red giant star is much older and bigger than Earths Sun, which makes its planets and any civilizations also much older than life on Earth

The Cave Nebula and surroundings

Artists concept of Planet Carenteen, a dwarf planet host to beautiful night skies
Planet Carenteen may be a small dwarf planet devoid of the luscious greens like Earth, but it boasts the most beautiful vacation spot in all of the galaxy for species of all kinds as they look up at

Area around the Belt of Orion, with the Horsehead and Flame Nebula
The area around the Belt of Orion, with the Horsehead and Flame Nebulae at bottom flanking the bright star Zeta Orionis, also known as Alnitak, with Messier 78 at upper left

The Milky Way over the cliffs of Miramar, Argentina
The Milky Way showing the figure known as The Emu rising over the cliffs in Miramar, Argentina

The Pleiades, an open cluster of stars in the constellation Taurus

Cosmic star birth from a ball of gases and nebular dust

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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.