The North America Nebula in Infrared . ... Credit Copyright: NASA , JPL-Caltech , L. Rebull ( SSC, Caltech ); Optical Rollover: DSS , D. De Martin Explanation: The North America Nebula can do what most North Americans cannot -- form stars. ... However, a new view of the North America Nebula in infrared light by the orbiting Spitzer Space Telescope has peered through much of the dust and uncovered thousands of newly formed stars. ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . ...