Astronomy Picture of the Day · August 20, 2022

Stardust and Comet Tails

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 20, 2022 is “Stardust and Comet Tails,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Image Credit & Copyright: Rolando Ligustri). The original explanation runs about 130 words.

From the explanation

“Heading for its closest approach to the Sun, or perihelion, on December 19 comet C/2017 K2 (PanSTARRS) remains a sight for telescopic observers as it sweeps through planet Earth’s skies in the constellation Scorpius.”

— APOD editors, August 20, 2022

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: August 20, 2022
Type: Image
Credit: Credit: Image Credit & Copyright: Rolando Ligustri
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 130 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, August 20, 2022 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2022-august-20-stardust-and-comet-tails

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