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Planets in the Orion nebula
Young planets in the Orion nebula, artwork. The brightest part of the Orion nebula (M42) is at upper left. A large gas giant planet is seen in the sky from one of its moons. Its parent star is at lower left, and several rocky bodies of varying sizes are also seen. The Orion nebula contains numerous protoplanetary discs (proplyds), dense cocoons of gas and dust in which young stars and their associated planetary systems are forming. Planets form from the accretion of small particles of dust and rock over time, drawn together by gravitational attraction. The Orion nebula lies around 1600 light years away, making it the nearest starbirth region to Earth
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Alien Planetary System Asteroid Astrophysical Astrophysics Dust Emission Nebula Extra Solar Formation Gas Giant Horizon Moon Moons Nebula Orion Nebula Planets Protoplanetary Star Starbirth Region Young Great Orion Nebula
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This artwork showcases the breathtaking beauty of the Orion nebula, a celestial wonder located approximately 1600 light years away from Earth. The image captures the essence of star formation and planetary evolution within this stellar nursery. At the upper left corner, we are drawn to the brightest part of the nebula, known as M42, while our gaze is immediately captured by a large gas giant planet dominating the sky from one of its moons. Intriguingly, at lower left, we find its parent star shining brightly amidst a backdrop of swirling cosmic dust and gas. This stunning composition also reveals several rocky bodies scattered throughout space in varying sizes. These formations represent protoplanetary discs or proplyds – dense cocoons where young stars and their associated planetary systems take shape. The mesmerizing process through which planets form becomes evident as small particles of dust and rock gradually accrete over time due to gravitational attraction. The green hues that permeate this illustration add an otherworldly touch to this extraterrestrial spectacle. Science Photo Library's print transports us into an alien planetary system within Orion's embrace, offering us a glimpse into distant realms where new worlds come alive amidst vast expanses of interstellar matter. It serves as a reminder that our universe is teeming with wonders yet to be discovered and understood by humanity's insatiable curiosity for exploration and knowledge.
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