Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Comet Hale-Bopp Over New York City

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 8, 1997 is “Comet Hale-Bopp Over New York City,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Comet Hale-Bopp Over New York City Credit and Copyright: J. Sivo). The original explanation runs about 137 words.

Comet Hale-Bopp Over New York City
Credit: Comet Hale-Bopp Over New York City Credit and Copyright: J. Sivo Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Explanation : What’s that point of light above the World Trade Center ? It’s Comet Hale-Bopp !”

— APOD editors, April 8, 1997

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
April 8, 1997
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: Comet Hale-Bopp Over New York City Credit and Copyright: J. Sivo
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 137 words

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