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Nebulae
⭐ MasteredA nebula is a giant cloud of gas and dust in space. Some nebulae are regions where new stars are being born.
💡 Fun fact
The Orion Nebula is visible to the naked eye as a fuzzy patch in the sky.
All about Nebulae
A nebula is a giant cloud of gas and dust in space. Some nebulae are regions where new stars are born.
Nebulae come in many colours and shapes and are favourite targets for telescopes.
Gravity pulls the gas and dust together, and as the material becomes denser, it heats up until a new star starts shining. The Orion Nebula is one of the best-known star nurseries.
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Real-life uses of Nebulae
- Astronomy photography
- Learning how stars form
- Stargazing with binoculars
Frequently asked questions about Nebulae
What is a nebula?
A giant cloud of gas and dust.
What can happen in some nebulae?
New stars are born.