Comet 12p Pons Brooks 2024. The comet was officially discovered in july 1812 by a french astronomer jean. While it was too dim to see with the eye alone, some astrophotographers caught it in.
This comet will pass closest to the sun on 21 april 2024 and will have its closest approach to earth on 2 june 2024 (when it will pass 232 million km away from us). Reaching its perihelion on april 21, this comet should be visible in the sky.
The Comet's Brightness Has Increased Dramatically Since I Last Imaged It Earlier In February, And Finally I Was.
The uk night sky in march 2024.
158.96 Million Km Earth Dist:
While it was too dim to see with the eye alone, some astrophotographers caught it in.
Reaching Its Perihelion On April 21, This Comet Should Be Visible In The Sky.
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The Comet's Brightness Has Increased Dramatically Since I Last Imaged It Earlier In February, And Finally I Was.
As it does, the comet is brightening and has been recently.
The Comet Was Officially Discovered In July 1812 By A French Astronomer Jean.
2024 images, taken by gianluca masi, virtual telescope project, italy.