Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

A Year of Spectacular Comets

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 31, 2007 is “A Year of Spectacular Comets,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Bob Nanz ( San Diego Astronomy Association )). The original explanation runs about 159 words.

A Year of Spectacular Comets
Credit & Copyright: Bob Nanz ( San Diego Astronomy Association ) Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Two spectacular comets graced Earth’s skies during 2007. Both comets became bright enough to be seen by the unaided eye of the casual sky enthusiast .”

— APOD editors, December 31, 2007

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
December 31, 2007
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Bob Nanz ( San Diego Astronomy Association )
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 159 words

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