Astronomy Picture of the Day ·

Introducing Comet Nishimura

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for August 21, 2023 is “Introducing Comet Nishimura,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Dan Bartlett). The original explanation runs about 163 words.

A dark starfield is shown with a dim green blur in the middle. Faintly extending from the green blur is a tail toward the left. Please see the explanation for more detailed information.
Credit & Copyright: Dan Bartlett Copyrighted Shown from science.nasa.gov. Not hosted by OpenOrbit.

From the explanation

“Will Comet Nishimura become visible to the unaided eye? Given the unpredictability of comets, no one can say for sure, but it currently seems like a good bet.”

— APOD editors, August 21, 2023

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date
August 21, 2023
Type
Image
Credit
Credit & Copyright: Dan Bartlett
Copyright
Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length
About 163 words

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