Hale-Bopp comet
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Hale-Bopp comet
Hale-Bopp. Artwork of the comet Hale-Bopp above an ocean shore. Hale-Bopp was one of the brightest comets of the 20th century, and was seen for much of early 1997. A comet is a lump of ice and rock. Its tail is formed as its ice evaporates as it nears the Sun. The tail always points away from the Sun, and may stretch for millions of kilometres
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Astrophysics Coast Coastal Comet Comet Hale Bopp Cometary Comets Cosmology D Usk Evaporating Evaporation Evening Night Sky Shore Sun Set Tail Tails
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This stunning artwork captures the ethereal beauty of the Hale-Bopp comet as it hovers above a serene ocean shore. The comet, one of the most brilliant celestial bodies of the 20th century, graced our skies for a significant portion of early 1997. Comets like Hale-Bopp are composed of a mixture of ice and rock, with their tails forming as the heat from the Sun causes their icy cores to evaporate. In this mesmerizing image, we witness the majestic tail stretching across millions of kilometers, always pointing away from its fiery source. As day turns into night, and dusk settles upon us, the comet's presence in our vast universe becomes even more pronounced against a backdrop adorned by a breathtaking sunset. This illustration not only showcases nature's awe-inspiring wonders but also serves as an invitation to delve deeper into astrophysics and cosmology. It reminds us that there is so much more beyond what meets our eyes on Earth – mysteries waiting to be unraveled in the boundless expanse above. Let this print transport you to realms where science merges with artistry and imagination intertwines with knowledge. Embrace your curiosity about comets and their evaporation process while appreciating this remarkable piece created by Science Photo Library.
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