What is a dark comet? A quick guide to the 'new' kids in the Solar System.

Autor: Allen, Rebecca, Banks, Kirsten, Webb, Sara
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Zdroj: Conversation (Conversation Media Group Ltd); 12/16/2024, p1-1, 1p, 7 Color Photographs
Abstrakt: Astronomers have identified a new category of celestial objects known as "dark comets," which challenge traditional understandings of comets. These elusive objects lack the bright tails typically associated with comets and are more difficult to detect. Recent advancements in telescope technology, such as the Dark Energy Camera in Chile, have enabled the discovery of more dark comets, with the potential for further exploration and understanding of their origins in the future. [Extracted from the article]
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