Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 5, 2005

Comet Machholz in View

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 5, 2005 is “Comet Machholz in View,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Jimmy Westlake ( Colorado Mountain College )). The original explanation runs about 145 words.

From the explanation

“Good views of Comet Machholz are in store for northern hemisphere comet watchers in January.”

— APOD editors, January 5, 2005

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 5, 2005
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Jimmy Westlake ( Colorado Mountain College )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 145 words