Light through Darkness

• by SHINTYMAN

  Say... Do you guys know what creates this very bright light in the middle of nowhere? It is astonishing, and I'd love to know what's the source of it

  Posted January 2, 2014 6:23 PM

• by RLBeaton scientist

  Hi! Here is a really simple discussion.
  There are newborn stars inside of the gas cloud. The stars are lighting up the gas cloud from inside. The gas itself blocks much of the light -- which is why we only see it coming from specific areas.

  Posted January 2, 2014 10:01 PM