Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 28, 2006

Comet SWAN Outburst

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 28, 2006 is “Comet SWAN Outburst,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Paolo Candy). The original explanation runs about 124 words.

From the explanation

“Near its closest approach to planet Earth, comet SWAN (C/2006 M4) brightened unexpectedly earlier this week , becoming visible to naked-eye observers under dark night skies. Telescopic observers also noticed dramatic changes in the comet’s colorful coma and tail , seen in this view recorded on October 25th.”

— APOD editors, October 28, 2006

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 28, 2006
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Paolo Candy
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 124 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 28, 2006 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2006-october-28-comet-swan-outburst

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