NEBULAE - August 13, 2015 What is a Reflection Nebula? Unlike the ionization of atoms that occur in emission nebulae, a reflection nebula is a cloud of interstellar dust that gets its glow from light reflecting off of a nearby star. Share Share on Facebook Tweet on Twitter Pin on Pinterest Leave a comment Name Email Message Please note, comments must be approved before they are published Back to Evant Horizon Tags GALAXIES NEBULAE