The RCW 7 nebula, featured in this Hubble Space Telescope image, illustrates the transformation of a molecular cloud into an H II region, marked by the emergence of massive protostars. These stars emit ultraviolet light and stellar winds that shape the nebula, with Hubble capturing this process in near-infrared light, revealing the lifecycle of stars and their impact on the surrounding cloud. Credit: ESA/Hubble & NASA, J. Tan (Chalmers University & University of Virginia)
Hubble’s image of RCW 7 reveals massive protostars in the Puppis constellation transforming a molecular cloud into a glowing H II region, showcasing the birth and evolution of stars.
A visually striking collection of interstellar gas and dust is the focus of this stunning DOI: 10.1038/s41550-019-0718-y