Comets that have not been seen for over 80,000 years Seen from the Earthpotentially in two separate periods next month.
Comet Tsuchinshan-Atlas, also known as the comet a3, is thought to have a trajectory of over 80,000 years. According to Earth.com.
The comet is the first to be seen from September 27th and continues until shortly before sunrise on October 2nd. It is expected to look like an ambiguous ball with its tail extending into the sky.
“The C/2023 A3 has an orbital period of approximately 80,000 years, classifying it as a long-term comet, meaning its behavior and appearance are unpredictable, and there are potential changes in brightness and tail development as it approaches the sun.
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COMET C2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-Atlas can be seen on the hilltop near the village of Aguas Blancas in the Lavareja division of Uruguay at dawn on 28th September 2024. (Getty Images)
“If predictions continue, they can be visible to the naked eye and look like an ambiguous star with its tail extending across the sky. Otherwise, binoculars and small telescopes may reveal details of the comet’s structure and tail,” Kim added.
September 27 also marks a perihelion, or closet point to the Sun, after which the comet begins its journey back to the outer solar system. According to WKMG.
COMET C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-Atlas) will appear in the sky of Molfetta, Italy on September 28th, 2024. (Getty Images)
Another viewing opportunity expected to have a better view will be mid-October if the comet survives a trip around the sun.
If a comet survives a trip around the sun, it can be visible to the naked eye. The closest to the earthwe expect the best visibility from October 12th to October 20th.
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COMET C2023 A3 Tsuchinshan-Atlas can be observed on a hill near the village of Aguas Blancas in the Lavareja department of Uruguay at dawn on September 28, 2024. (Getty Images)
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Comets move high in the sky every night It will disappear for the next 80,000 years.
Stargazers’ astronomical app Starwalk said the comet is “the most anticipated comet of the year.”
