Protostars Collection

Our Sun may have formed from a protostellar nebula like this one

The blast wave of a nova pulls away the gas clouds surrounding this system, lighting its sole planet up with a deadly sunrise

Protostellar Disk
Stars form from whirling disks of dust and gas

A young star circled by debris

Artists concept of a protoplanetary disk. A system is forming

An artists illustration of the Cygnus X-1 system. Cygnus X-1 is a so-called stellar-mass black hole, a class of black holes that comes from the collapse of a massive star

a cluster of bright young stars tear away clouds of gas and dust
The blazing ignition of a cluster of bright young T-Tauri stars begin to tear away the clouds of gas and dust that birthed them, exposing their undeveloped protostar neighbors

The Ghost Nebula (vdB141)
This faint reflection nebula is located in the constellation Cepheus in the vicinity of the Iris Nebula. Illuminating the nebula is a new star still in the formation process identified as BD+67 1300

The Iris Nebula in the constellation Cepheus
The Iris Nebula, NGC 7023, a reflection nebula in the constellation Cepheus

A binary star system
A binary star is a system where two stars orbit a common center of mass and sometimes can engulf their neighbor

A tight pair of stars and a surrounding disk of dust
This artists concept illustrates a tight pair of stars and a surrounding disk of dust, most likely the shattered remains of planetary smashups

One denser star using its gravity to engulf another nearby star
The act of one denser star using its gravity to engulf another nearby star is called stellar cannibalism

The Cats Paw and Lobster Nebulae in Scorpius
NGC 6334 and NGC 6357, The Cats Paw and Lobster Nebulae in Scorpius

Artists concept of Cygnus X-1, a luminous x-ray source in the constellation Cygnus
In 1964 a luminous x-ray source in the sky caught the attention of astronomers. This source contained the first black hole discovered

The birth of a star
In this artists conception, we peer through the dark dust of L1014 to witness the birth of a star. The Spitzer Space Telescope has detected a faint

A compact object, or a black hole, is seen ripping off gas from its sun-like companion that has filled its Roche Lobe. Gas from the star (called the donor)

The Ghost Nebula, vdB 141 in the constellation Cepheus
The Ghost Nebula, vdB 141, is a reflection nebula and isolated bok globule in the constellation Cepheus. Also Known as Sh2-136

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"Unveiling the Birth of Stars: Exploring Protostars and their Cosmic Journey" Our Sun, a magnificent celestial body, may have emerged from a protostellar nebula like the one depicted here. These ethereal clouds of gas and dust hold the secrets to stellar formation. Witness the awe-inspiring power of a nova's blast wave as it gracefully pulls away surrounding gas clouds, revealing the birthplace of new stars. The dance between destruction and creation unfolds before our eyes. Behold the captivating beauty of a protostellar disk encircling a young star. This swirling cosmic carousel is laden with potential - planets in their infancy waiting to take shape within this mesmerizing realm. Amidst this cosmic symphony, witness bright young stars tearing away veils of gas and dust in vibrant clusters. Their radiant energy illuminates vast regions, unveiling hidden wonders within these interstellar nurseries. Immerse yourself in an artist's concept depicting a protoplanetary disk - an exquisite canvas where future worlds are painted by gravity's gentle brushstrokes. Each stroke holds promise for life yet unknown. Explore Cygnus X-1 system through an artist's illustration; its enigmatic nature captivates astronomers worldwide. A binary star system shrouded in mystery beckons us to unravel its secrets lurking amidst interstellar darkness. Gaze upon Ghost Nebula (vdB141) as it haunts space with its ethereal glow. Its spectral tendrils reach out into infinity, reminding us that even after death, stars continue to inspire wonder and curiosity. Discover Iris Nebula nestled within Cepheus constellation –a celestial oasis adorned with delicate hues reminiscent of Earthly flowers blooming against dark cosmic canvases. It serves as a reminder that beauty transcends boundaries across all corners of our universe. Once again encounter a young star circled by debris – remnants left behind during its tumultuous journey towards adulthood.