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Scientists Track and Study Comet 3I/ATLAS's Close Approach to the Sun

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Scientists Track and Study Comet 3I/ATLAS's Close Approach to the Sun
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Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS will reach its closest point to the sun on October 30, but it remains hidden from Earth-based observers due to solar conjunction. Several spacecraft, including those near Mars and the upcoming ESA's JUICE, will observe the comet's perihelion, providing valuable data on its composition, which differs from typical solar system comets. The comet's activity at perihelion could reveal more about its chemical makeup, offering insights into its origin.

Topics:science#3iatlas#interstellar-comet#perihelion#science#solar-system#spacecraft
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  3. Is comet 3I/Atlas a space ship? What to know about Harvard professor's theory  Detroit Free Press
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