interstellar cloud
[ˌɪntərˈstɛlər klaʊd]
nounfemininepl: interstellar clouds / nuvens interestelares
nuvem interestelar
1. A vast cloud of gas and dust located in the space between stars, often serving as a stellar nursery where new stars and planets form
The Orion Nebula is a famous interstellar cloud where new stars are actively forming.
A Nebulosa de Orion é uma nuvem interestelar famosa onde novas estrelas estão se formando ativamente.
2. An accumulation of matter in interstellar space composed primarily of hydrogen, helium, and dust particles
Astronomers study interstellar clouds to understand star formation and cosmic evolution.
Astrônomos estudam nuvens interestelares para compreender a formação estelar e a evolução cósmica.
The term 'interstellar cloud' is primarily used in scientific and academic contexts in both Brazil and the USA. It has gained increased cultural relevance with popular science documentaries and space exploration initiatives. In Brazil, interest in astronomy has grown through programs like the Planetário do Rio de Janeiro and coverage of NASA missions. The term is standardized across Portuguese-speaking countries and maintains the same meaning in both Brazilian and European Portuguese.
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