Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 12, 2007

Comet McNaught Over New Zealand

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 12, 2007 is “Comet McNaught Over New Zealand,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Minoru Yoneto). The original explanation runs about 138 words.

From the explanation

“Comet McNaught is perhaps the most photogenic comet of our time. After making quite a show in the northern hemisphere in mid January, the comet moved south and developed a long and unusual dust tail that dazzled southern hemisphere observers starting in late January.”

— APOD editors, February 12, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 12, 2007
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Minoru Yoneto
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 138 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 12, 2007 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2007-february-12-comet-mcnaught-over-new-zealand

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