cosmic cloud
[ˈkɑːzmɪk klaʊd]
nounpl: cosmic clouds
nuvem cósmica
1. A large accumulation of gas and dust particles scattered throughout space, often serving as a stellar nursery where new stars are born
The Orion Nebula is a famous cosmic cloud visible from Earth with telescopes.
A Nebulosa de Orion é uma famosa nuvem cósmica visível da Terra com telescópios.
2. An interstellar cloud composed primarily of hydrogen, helium, and trace amounts of heavier elements
Astronomers study cosmic clouds to understand star formation.
Os astrônomos estudam nuvens cósmicas para entender a formação de estrelas.
This is primarily a scientific term used in both Brazilian and European Portuguese in astronomy and physics contexts. The term is not commonly used in everyday conversation and appears mainly in educational materials, scientific publications, and documentaries about space. In Brazil, there has been increased popular interest in astronomy due to space programs and science education initiatives.
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