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Comet Lovejoy from the ISS C013 / 5146
Comet Lovejoy above the Earths limb, as seen from the International Space Station (ISS). Comets are icy bodies from the outer solar system that boil and form a bright tail of gas and dust as they approach the Sun. Comet Lovejoy reached its closest approach to the Sun on 16 December 2011. This image was obtained on 22 December 2011 by NASA astronaut Dan Burbank, commander of ISS Expedition 30
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This breathtaking print captures the mesmerizing beauty of Comet Lovejoy as seen from the International Space Station (ISS). The image showcases the comet gracefully hovering above Earth's limb, revealing its ethereal tail of gas and dust. Comets like Lovejoy originate from the outer reaches of our solar system and undergo a stunning transformation as they approach the Sun, causing them to boil and emit a radiant glow. Taken on December 22,2011, by NASA astronaut Dan Burbank during his command of ISS Expedition 30, this snapshot immortalizes an extraordinary celestial event. Comet Lovejoy had recently reached its closest point to the Sun just six days prior. Its luminous presence against the backdrop of our planet serves as a reminder of both the vastness and interconnectedness of our universe. The Great Christmas Comet of 2011, as it came to be known, left spectators in awe with its dazzling display. This photograph stands testament to human exploration beyond Earth's boundaries and highlights humanity's relentless pursuit to unravel the mysteries that lie beyond our atmosphere. Captured without any commercial intent by NASA/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, this remarkable image symbolizes mankind's fascination with space exploration while offering us a glimpse into one of nature's most captivating phenomena.
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