A Massive Star-Forming Region
The Hubble Space Telescope’s powerful capabilities have captured this striking image of a massive, young stellar cluster named R136. Nestled within the 30 Doradus nebula, this vibrant region is a hotbed for star birth in a satellite galaxy of the Milky Way.
Upon closer inspection, the image reveals stars of varying hues. The green glow is emitted by oxygen, while the brilliant blue light originates from the hottest giant stars. The deep red shade is a result of fluorescing hydrogen. Intriguingly, scientists believe that these colors offer insight into the different life stages of stars, providing a visual journey through their cosmic evolution.
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