The North America Nebula . ... Credit Copyright: Ignacio Rico Gualda Explanation: The North America Nebula in the sky can do what most North Americans on Earth cannot -- form stars. Specifically, in analogy to the Earth-confined continent, the bright part that appears as Central America and Mexico is actually a hot bed of gas, dust, and newly formed stars known as the Cygnus Wall . ... NASA Web Site Statements, Warnings, and Disclaimers . NASA Official: Jay Norris. ...