Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Comet Hale-Bopp Over Val Parola Pass
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 8, 1999 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 106 words.
From the explanation
“Comet Hale-Bopp became much brighter than any surrounding stars. It was seen even over bright city lights.”
— APOD editors, August 8, 1999
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- August 8, 1999
- 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 106 words