Astronomy Picture of the Day ·
Comet Encke Returns
The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 23, 2003 is “Comet Encke Returns,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Michael Holloway). The original explanation runs about 152 words.
From the explanation
“It’s back. 3 years, Comet Encke swoops back into our inner Solar System .”
— APOD editors, December 23, 2003
Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov
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At a glance
- Date
- December 23, 2003
- Type
- Image
- Credit
- Credit & Copyright: Michael Holloway
- Copyright
- Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
- Explanation length
- About 152 words