The latest image released from the Spitzer Space Telescope shows infant stars “hatching” in the head of Orion. Astronomers think that a supernova 3 million years ago sent shockwaves through the region, collapsing clouds of gas and dust, and beginning a new generation of star formation. The region imaged by Spitzer is called Barnard 30, … Continue reading Spitzer Shows Young Stars Hatching in Orion