The definition for nebula is : A cloud of gas and dust in outer space, visible in the night sky either as an indistinct bright patch or as a dark silhouette against other luminous matter.
Nebulae "plural" are huge clouds of dust and gasses in outer space. Most of the gas is made up helium and also hydrogen. Nebulae are very big and can be be many light years away.
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