A3 Tsuchinshan Atlas re-enters the distant solar system

Comet A3 Tzuchinshan-Atlas bids farewell to Earth and heads for the distant solar system, once again beginning an elliptical orbit that is too large to overcome.It will take more than 80,000 years to visit us again.according to expert estimates. In these last days of October, while we are using astronomical instruments such as the telescope, we could see the remains of its kilometer-long tail of ice and dust. disappear into deep space.

Despite doubts that began to arise several months ago about whether the A3 Qutingshan Atlas will retain its integrity after passing perihelionthe comet emerged triumphantly from the situation and reached its closest point to Earth on October 14, 2024. showing off stunning shine.

From National Geographic We tell you how his visit went, and also share the first photos. which astronomical photographers, as well as amateurs from all over the world, were able to capture, a sample of this long-awaited moment when The giant celestial body was visible from Earth.

In a few days, we’ll be able to see even more impressive new images showing why it’s worth it. Let’s try to observe the passage of comets of the Tsuchinshan-Atlas type.

However, 2024 will still surprise us two more comets that we can observe from Earth. One of them will be seen at the end of October, on the spooky night of Halloween. She promises to shine brighter than Venus.

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