Astronomy Picture of the Day · February 7, 2009

Comet Lulin Tails

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for February 7, 2009 is “Comet Lulin Tails,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Joseph Brimacombe). The original explanation runs about 161 words.

From the explanation

“Sweeping through the inner solar system, Comet Lulin is easily visible in both northern and southern hemispheres with binoculars or a small telescope. Recent changes in Lulin’s lovely greenish coma and tails are featured in this two panel comparison of images taken on January 31st (top) and February 4th.”

— APOD editors, February 7, 2009

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: February 7, 2009
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Joseph Brimacombe
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 161 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, February 7, 2009 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2009-february-7-comet-lulin-tails

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