Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 26, 2002

Comet Ikeya-Zhang Over Tenerife

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 26, 2002 is “Comet Ikeya-Zhang Over Tenerife,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Francisco A. Rodriguez Ramirez ( AstroEduca )). The original explanation runs about 125 words.

From the explanation

“Comet Ikeya-Zhang has become bright enough to stand out in the night sky. Discovered February 1 , the comet has now just rounded the Sun and has likely attained its peak brightness .”

— APOD editors, March 26, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 26, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Francisco A. Rodriguez Ramirez ( AstroEduca )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 125 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 26, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-march-26-comet-ikeya-zhang-over-tenerife

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