Definitions
- Referring to a cloud of gas and dust in outer space that can be seen from Earth. - Describing a hazy or indistinct object or shape, often used metaphorically. - Talking about a celestial object that is not a star or planet.
- Describing a visible mass of water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere. - Referring to a large number of things or people that are grouped together. - Talking about a computing term that refers to storing data or applications on remote servers accessed over the internet.
List of Similarities
- 1Both nebula and cloud refer to a mass of something that is visible.
- 2Both can be used metaphorically to describe something abstract.
- 3Both have scientific and non-scientific usages.
- 4Both can be seen in the sky.
What is the difference?
- 1Composition: Nebula is made up of gas and dust, while cloud is made up of water droplets or ice crystals.
- 2Location: Nebula is found in outer space, while cloud is found in the Earth's atmosphere.
- 3Size: Nebula can be enormous, spanning light years across, while cloud is typically smaller in size.
- 4Function: Nebula serves as a birthplace for stars, while cloud can produce precipitation and provide shade.
- 5Connotation: Nebula is associated with a more scientific and technical tone, while cloud is more versatile and can be used in various contexts.
Remember this!
Nebula and cloud both refer to a visible mass of something, but they differ in composition, location, size, function, and connotation. A nebula is a cloud of gas and dust in outer space that can be seen from Earth and serves as a birthplace for stars. A cloud is a visible mass of water droplets or ice crystals suspended in the atmosphere that can produce precipitation and provide shade.
