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Comet 2024 G3 (ATLAS) Becomes the ‘Great Comet’ of 2025 with Stunning Display

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Comet 2024 G3 (ATLAS) Becomes the

The celestial display presented by Comet 2024 G3 (ATLAS) during January has captivated skywatchers worldwide, earning it the title of the “Great Comet of 2025.” With its remarkable brightness and vivid tails, the comet has been observed from both hemispheres, leaving a lasting impression. Initially discovered on April 5, 2024, by the Asteroid Terrestrial Impact … Read more

Comet C/2024 G3 May Be Breaking Apart After Close Solar Encounter

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Comet C/2024 G3 May Be Breaking Apart After Close Solar Encounter

New observations suggest that Comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS), which recently became visible to the naked eye, might be breaking apart after its close approach to the sun. During its perihelion on 15 January, the comet experienced intense solar radiation, which may have caused thermal stress. While the comet initially seemed unaffected by the encounter, recent … Read more