Interstellar dust clouds obscure our view of the galaxy from "summary" of The Milky Way by Moiya McTier
Interstellar dust clouds are a common obstacle that astronomers face when attempting to observe objects in the galaxy. These clouds are composed of tiny particles of dust that scatter and absorb light, making it difficult to see through them. As a result, our view of the galaxy becomes obscured, limiting our ability to study the objects within it. The presence of interstellar dust clouds affects our observations in various ways. For example, these clouds can block the light emitted by stars, making them appear dimmer or even invisible to telescopes. This can be particularly problematic when trying to study objects that are located behind dense dust clouds, as their light may be completely blocked from reaching us. In addition to blocking light, ...
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