Astronomy Picture of the Day · October 20, 2011

Tails of Comet Garradd

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for October 20, 2011 is “Tails of Comet Garradd,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Gregg Ruppel). The original explanation runs about 141 words.

From the explanation

“A good target for binoculars and small telescopes, Comet Garradd (C/2009 P1) now shines in planet Earth’s evening skies, a steady performer but just below naked-eye visibility.”

— APOD editors, October 20, 2011

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: October 20, 2011
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Gregg Ruppel
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 141 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, October 20, 2011 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2011-october-20-tails-of-comet-garradd

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