Among these wonders are star-forming regions, where the raw materials of the cosmos come together to create new stars.
NASA’s telescopes have captured stunning images of these regions, offering us glimpses into the birthplaces of stars.
The Pillars of Creation, located in the Eagle Nebula (M16), is one of the most iconic images captured by the Hubble Space Telescope.
The image, taken in visible light, reveals the intricate structures formed by the interplay of intense ultraviolet light from nearby young stars and the dense clouds of gas and dust.
The Orion Nebula (M42) is one of the closest and most well-studied star-forming regions, located about 1,344 light-years from Earth.
The Hubble Space Telescope has captured numerous images of this stunning nebula, revealing a rich tapestry of gas and dust.
The Carina Nebula (NGC 3372) is a massive star-forming region located about 7,500 light-years away in the constellation Carina.