We often hear the phrase a star is born. In fact, many of us are fascinated by stars – the stars in the sky (not the ones on TV). Without stars, (like our own Sun) planets would have no heat or light.

A star is born within the clouds of dust, scattered throughout most galaxies called nebulae (or nebulas). But it is not possible to observe stars being born – the process takes millions and millions of years.

So, in order to study how a star is born, scientists developed a powerful new computer simulation programme called Starforge. A simulation is a computer imitation of something that happens in reality.

This computer model tries to copy how a gas cloud (nebula) works to create stars. While such models have been created before, this one is the first to take into account all the factors that can possibly influence the process.

Running one simulation can take up to 3 months at a time. One of the world’s largest supercomputers (kept in the US) is being used to run it.

Using the programme, they created a 3D animated video that shows how a star is born. Watch it below:

There are many more interesting informational and news articles on stars, telescopes, galaxies and space for all you kids! So keep enjoying the space news on Curioustimes and keep your curiosity alive.

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