Devil’s Comet | In what places in Mexico can you see it?
For the Aztec country, the opportunity to observe this celestial body appeared on April 8, the day a solar eclipse occurred and him brightness point It will be tomorrow, April 21st.
However, after this day it will be impossible to clearly observe the comet. because of the crescent moon. To see this astronomical phenomenon, you don’t need special tools, just use some binoculars or telescope Enough.
Comet Diablo also made its way through the solar eclipse.
The comet, according to data collected by NASA, is very popular among professional and amateur astronomers. its spectacular explosions of gas and dustimitating the horns of a demon, which received its own unique name.
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What time will Comet Diablo be seen in Mexico?
It is assumed that Comet Diablo will be visible in Mexicoand the ideal date for its observation would be April 21, when it reaches its closest approach to the Sun. On the Sunset (18:55 CDMX time).
This is the time when the comet can be seen, taking as a standard main cities of the states in the land of the Aztecs:
The green comet will pass by the Earth again
- Cancun: 19:07 (sunset)
- Merida: 18:18 (sunset)
- Campeche: 18:21 (sunset)
- Puebla: 18:51 (sunset)
- Nezahualcoyotl: 18:55 (sunset)
- Ecatepec: 18:55 (sunset).
- Mexico City: 18:55 (sunset).
- Monterrey: 19:05 (sunset)
- Santiago de Queretaro: 19:01 (sunset).
- Leon: 19:07 (sunset)
- Zapopan: 19:13 (sunset)
- Guadalajara: 19:13 (sunset)
- Chihuahua: 19:31 (sunset)
- Ciudad Juarez: 20:36 (sunset)
- Tijuana: 19:19 (sunset)
Why is it called Comet Diablo?
Comet Diablo is a periodic comet revolves around the Sun every 71 years, standing out for its splendor and the breathtaking trail it leaves behind.
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He was given the nickname “Devil” an explosion of light recorded during its passage, which resemble demon horns. Although throughout history comets have also been associated with dire omens.
According to the American Astronomical Society, the comet Its estimated diameter is about 37 kilometers.
In other words, the celestial object has dimensions similar to those of urban extension of Guadalajara, Jaliscoto have the dimension of its size.
The green comet will pass by the Earth again
In case spectators are not in any of the mentioned areas, NASA will broadcast live watch the passage of a comet and observe in detail its tail of greenish gas.