Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Comet Hale-Bopp Over Val Parola Pass

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for June 28, 1998 is “Comet Hale-Bopp Over Val Parola Pass,” an image. It is credited to Credit: A. Dimai (Col Druscie Obs.), AAC. The original explanation runs about 127 words.

Comet Hale-Bopp Over Val Parola Pass
Credit: A. Dimai (Col Druscie Obs.), AAC Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“In 1997, Comet Hale-Bopp became much brighter than any surrounding stars. It could be seen even over bright city lights.”

— APOD editors, June 28, 1998

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
June 28, 1998
Type
Image
Credit
Credit: A. Dimai (Col Druscie Obs.), AAC
Copyright
No copyright notice on the entry. Check the credited institution’s own usage rules before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 127 words

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