Astronomy Picture of the Day · December 23, 2012

Comet Hale-Bopp Over Val Parola Pass

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for December 23, 2012 is “Comet Hale-Bopp Over Val Parola Pass,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: A. Dimai, ( Col Druscie Obs. ), AAC). The original explanation runs about 138 words.

From the explanation

“Comet Hale-Bopp , the Great Comet of 1997, became much brighter than any surrounding stars. It was seen even over bright city lights .”

— APOD editors, December 23, 2012

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At a glance

Date: December 23, 2012
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: A. Dimai, ( Col Druscie Obs. ), AAC
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, December 23, 2012 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2012-december-23-comet-hale-bopp-over-val-parola-pass

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