Here's why:
* Fluorescence: This means the nebula absorbs light from the nearby star and re-emits it at a different wavelength, making it glow.
* Reflection: The nebula isn't producing its own light, it's reflecting the starlight.
Examples of reflection nebulae include:
* The Pleiades (M45): This star cluster is surrounded by a faint blue reflection nebula.
* The Witch Head Nebula (IC 2118): This nebula is illuminated by the bright star Rigel.
Let me know if you'd like to learn more about reflection nebulae!