Halleys Comet
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Halleys Comet
Halleys Comet below the Milky Way, artwork. This is a scene from 1986, the last time this comet was seen from Earth. Halleys Comet orbits the Sun roughly every 76 years. Edmund Halley (1656-1742) discovered this regular behaviour, and the comet is named for him. It will return to the inner Solar System in 2061. Comets are bodies of ice and dust from the outer solar system. The ices boil near the Sun, and the evaporated material forms a tail, streaming away from the Sun. This tail can be many millions of kilometres long and can be very bright
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1986 Coma Comet Halley Cometary Cosmology Milky Way Night Sky Periodic Solar System Tail Vertical
EDITORS COMMENTS
This artwork showcases the breathtaking sight of Halley's Comet gracefully passing below the ethereal beauty of the Milky Way. Taken in 1986, this image captures a momentous event as it was the last time this magnificent comet graced our Earthly skies. Named after its discoverer Edmund Halley, who unraveled its predictable orbit, Halley's Comet orbits around the Sun approximately every 76 years. Comets like these are celestial bodies composed of ice and dust originating from the outer reaches of our solar system. As they approach closer to the Sun, their icy composition begins to evaporate, creating a luminous tail that stretches for millions of kilometers into space. This awe-inspiring tail can be seen vividly against the backdrop of an enchanting night sky. The significance of this particular print lies not only in its artistic representation but also in its scientific value. It serves as a reminder that our universe is filled with wonders beyond imagination and offers us glimpses into cosmic phenomena that span across vast timescales. As we gaze upon this mesmerizing illustration by Science Photo Library, we are reminded that in 2061, Halley's Comet will once again grace our presence within the inner Solar System. Until then, let us marvel at this extraordinary artwork and appreciate how it encapsulates both artistry and scientific discovery seamlessly into one frame.
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