Astronomy Picture of the Day · April 11, 2016

The Comet and the Star Cluster

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for April 11, 2016 is “The Comet and the Star Cluster,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Jos J. Chamb ( Cometografia )). The original explanation runs about 117 words.

From the explanation

“Comet Linear has become unexpectedly bright. The comet, discovered in 2000, underwent a 100-fold outburst just a week before it passed a mere 14 lunar distances from Earth late last month.”

— APOD editors, April 11, 2016

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: April 11, 2016
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Jos J. Chamb ( Cometografia )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 117 words

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The Moon Star clusters Comets

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, April 11, 2016 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2016-april-11-the-comet-and-the-star-cluster

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