Nov 5, 2019 · A nebula is a huge cloud of combined gas and dust in space. It can contain hydrogen, helium, and/or plasma. Click for even more facts or information.

Nebulas' size ranges from millions of miles to hundreds of light-years in diameter. Keep reading for more interesting facts perfect for kids.

Feb 4, 2020 · The Eta Carinae star system is located at around 7.500 light-years / 2.300 parsecs away from the Sun. Click for even more facts and information.

Jul 14, 2020 · Orion is among the most prominent constellations in the sky. It is located on the celestial equator and it is visible throughout the world. Click for more.

Oct 3, 2019 · Originally, the word “nebula” referred to almost any extended astronomical object (other than planets and comets). The etymological root of “nebula” means “cloud”. As is usual in astronomy, …

Aug 17, 2020 · Supernovas are powerful and luminous stellar explosions. This event occurs during the last evolutionary stages of a massive star.

Aug 17, 2020 · Monoceros is a faint constellation located on the celestial equator. Its name translates to unicorn from Greek. Click for more information.

Jul 14, 2020 · Meissa is located at around 1,100 light-years / 340 parsecs away from the Sun. Keep reading for even more facts and information.

Oct 2, 2019 · The Pleiades is among the nearest star clusters to Earth, and it is also visible to the naked eye. Keep reading for comprehensive facts and information.

Jul 14, 2020 · The star is surrounded by a diffuse nebula called IC 1318, or the Gamma Cygni region. Sadr is the primary component of a multiple star system cataloged as WDS J20222+4015A. The star’s …