Hii Region Collection

Orion nebula (M42), optical image. This is a huge starbirth region, where gas is coalescing to form new stars. Radiation from the hot young stars ionises the gases in the nebula

Antennae colliding galaxies, Hubble image
Antennae colliding galaxies, Hubble Space Telescope image. The Antennae (NGC 4038 and NGC 4039) are formed of two galaxies colliding due to mutual gravitational attraction

Orion nebula (M42 and M43)
Orion nebula. Hubble Space Telescope mosaic of the Orion nebula (M42; NGC 1976), which is 1500 light years away in the constellation Orion

Large Magellanic cloud
Large Magellanic Cloud (LMC), infrared image. The LMC is a dwarf galaxy, and a satellite of our own Milky Way galaxy. It contains regions of emission nebula (green, yellow and red)

Horsehead nebula, optical image. The horsehead shape is caused by dark nebula Barnard 33 (B 33). This cloud of dust and gas obscures the light from the emission nebula IC 434 that lies behind

Lagoon nebula (M8). This is a huge cloud of gas and dust that glows as the hydrogen gas it contains is ionised by radiation from hot young stars within it

Cats Paw nebula, optical image
Cats Paw nebula (NGC 6334), combined optical image. The Cats Paw emission nebula is a huge stellar nursery where hundreds of stars are formed

Monkey Head Nebula, HST image C013 / 5760
Monkey Head Nebula. Hubble Space Telescope (HST) image of pillars of glowing gas and dark dust in the Monkey Head Nebula (NGC 2174)

Flame nebula (NGC 2024)
Flame nebula, optical image. The flame shape is caused by a dark nebula. This cloud of dust and gas obscures the light from the emission nebula that lies behind

Omega Nebula. Optical image of the Omega Nebula, also known as Messier 17 and NGC 6618. This is an emission nebula, where hot

Emission nebula, 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

Optical image of the Eta Carinae Nebula
Eta Carinae Nebula. Optical image of the Eta Carinae Nebula (NGC 3372). It is an enormous cloud of hydrogen gas (an HII region) 300 light years across

Flaming Star Nebula (IC 405), an emission nebula illuminated by the bright star AE Aurigae. An emission nebula (HII region)

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

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

Optical image of the Orion Nebula
Orion nebula. True-colour optical image of the great Orion nebula (M42 & M43, with NGC 1977 above) showing the fine strands of nebulosity in its outer reaches

Emission nebulae in the constellation Auriga. Emission nebulae (HII regions) are clouds of gas and dust which glow as hydrogen gas they contain is ionised by radiation from hot stars embedded in

Emission nebula NGC 2174. North is at top. The nebula is also called the Monkey nebula. It is a cloud of gas and dust that emits light as the hydrogen gas it contains is ionised by radiation from hot

Horsehead and Flame nebulae
Optical image of the Horsehead nebula (IC 434) in the constellation Orion. The smaller, more orange Flame nebula (NGC 2024) is at lower left

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

California nebula (NGC 1499). North is at top. This is a huge cloud of gas that glows as the hydrogen it contains is ionised by radiation from the hot star Menkib (Xi Persei, centre right)

Emission nebula, artwork. Emission nebulae are vast clouds of gas and dust that emit light due to ionisation of the hydrogen gas they contain by radiation from hot young stars within them

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

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

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"Exploring the Cosmic Marvels: Journey through the HII Region" Embark on a celestial voyage as we delve into the captivating wonders of the HII region. From the ethereal beauty of Orion Nebula (M42) to the mesmerizing Antennae colliding galaxies captured by Hubble, prepare to be awestruck. Witness the breathtaking dance of light and gas in Orion Nebula (M42 and M43), where stars are born amidst vibrant hues. Traverse further into space and encounter the enigmatic Large Magellanic Cloud, a celestial spectacle that leaves us spellbound. As we venture deeper, behold the iconic Horsehead Nebula, its distinctive shape evoking awe-inspiring imagination. The Lagoon Nebula beckons with its radiant glow, inviting us to explore its secrets hidden within cosmic dust clouds. Marvel at Cats Paw nebula's optical image twice over, each frame revealing intricate details like never before. And there it is – Monkey Head Nebula - an exquisite masterpiece painted by nature itself; a testament to our boundless fascination with distant realms. The Flame Nebula (NGC 2024) ignites our curiosity as it illuminates interstellar gas with fiery brilliance. Finally, immerse yourself in Omega Nebula's resplendent colors that paint an otherworldly canvas across vast expanses of space. In this artistic portrayal of emission nebulae, witness how science merges seamlessly with creativity to bring forth stunning visual representations of these cosmic phenomena. Join us on this extraordinary odyssey through time and space as we unravel mysteries within HII regions – where stellar nurseries thrive and galaxies collide in magnificent harmony. Let your imagination soar among these celestial marvels that remind us just how small yet connected we are in this vast universe.