Astronomy
Nebulae &
Stellar
Nurseries
Definitions
Nebulae: Clouds of dust and gas found in space
Stellar Nurseries: An area where new stars are
formed
Nebulae
and
astronomical
stellar
phenomena
nurseries
that
are
continue
scientists and astronomy enthusiasts alike.
fascinating
to
inspire
How new stars
are formed?
1. In a stellar nursery, dust and gas starts to
collapse together under the force of gravity
2. Mass of dust and gas collects together
becomes larger
3. Force of gravity pulling inward increases
4. Force gets larger, pressure inside star gets
larger too
5. High pressure causes heat
6. This heat causes the atoms to react with each
other that causes it to give out heat and light
(new stars)
Interesting Facts
The most famous nebula is the Orion Nebula, which can be seen with the naked eye in the night
sky.
Nebulae and stellar nurseries are often the sites of intense cosmic activity, including the birth and
death of stars.
The colors of a nebula are determined by the elements present in the gas and dust that make it
up.
Stellar nurseries are characterized by the presence of protostars, which are young stars that are
still in the process of forming.
The study of nebulae and stellar nurseries provides valuable insights into the processes of star
formation and the evolution of galaxies.
Nebulae and stellar nurseries are often depicted in science fiction as settings for alien worlds and
interstellar battles.
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