At the end of December 2011, the following comets are
all brighter than magnitude 12 as seen from Earth:
-- C/2009 P1 Garradd
-- P/2011 Y1 Levy
-- C/2011 W3 Lovejoy
-- 21P Giacobini-Zinner
On a year in-year out basis, the top three in order are the Sun, the Moon and Venus. An occasional very bright comet, or an even rarer supernova visible on earth can take over spot #3, though.
Well, I'm here to tell you there is no set time for how long a comet is visible in the night sky. Some comets grace us with their presence for just a few weeks, while others may brighten our skies for several months. It's like watching a beautiful painting in the sky that dissolves gradually, leaving its grandeur within our hearts. Enjoy the sight while you can and marvel at the magic of the universe, dear friend.
Jupiter is the planet known for its distinct weather patterns visible from Earth. Its most prominent feature is the Great Red Spot, a massive storm that has been raging for centuries and is larger than Earth. Jupiter's fast rotation and distinct bands of clouds also contribute to its dynamic weather system.
On a clear night, around 2,500 stars are visible to the naked eye from any given spot on Earth. The number can vary slightly depending on light pollution and atmospheric conditions. With a telescope, millions of stars become visible.
Well, we do need to just have a happy little moment to think about where to see that comet. You know, to spot comet 46P, it's best to look towards the northeastern sky this time of year, using a pair of binoculars or a small telescope to help locate it. Just find a quiet spot under the stars and let the beauty of the universe guide you. Happy comet-hunting, my friend.
rudolph
In mid-September 2011, the following comets are brighter than magnitude 12 as seen from Earth: -- P/2007 R5 SOHO -- C/2010 X1 Elenin -- 45P Honda-Mrkos-Pajdusakova -- C/2009 P1 Garradd
In mid-September 2011, the following comets are brighter than magnitude 12 as seen from Earth: -- P/2007 R5 SOHO -- C/2010 X1 Elenin -- 45P Honda-Mrkos-Pajdusakova -- C/2009 P1 Garradd
Probably for a long long time, as Inky has yet to be named as a comet, but if you're lucky and spot a new comet, you are at liberty to name it Inky if you like.
On a year in-year out basis, the top three in order are the Sun, the Moon and Venus. An occasional very bright comet, or an even rarer supernova visible on earth can take over spot #3, though.
In mid-September 2011, the following comets are brighter than magnitude 12 as seen from Earth: -- P/2007 R5 SOHO -- C/2010 X1 Elenin -- 45P Honda-Mrkos-Pajdusakova -- C/2009 P1 Garradd
Well, I'm here to tell you there is no set time for how long a comet is visible in the night sky. Some comets grace us with their presence for just a few weeks, while others may brighten our skies for several months. It's like watching a beautiful painting in the sky that dissolves gradually, leaving its grandeur within our hearts. Enjoy the sight while you can and marvel at the magic of the universe, dear friend.
No. The Great Red Spot is a storm.
Meteor "showers" happen when the Earth passes through the orbit of a comet, or where a comet once was. Most of the meteors are dust-sized, and when a comet approaches the Sun, the Sun's heat and light melt some of its ice and blow the dust and vapor into the "tail" of the comet.But the dust continues along in the same orbit as the comet; just a little slower.The ancient comet's orbit passes near the Earth at one spot along the Earth's orbit, and the Earth goes through pretty much the same path each year. So meteor "showers" happen on the same day each year.
Jupiter is the planet known for its distinct weather patterns visible from Earth. Its most prominent feature is the Great Red Spot, a massive storm that has been raging for centuries and is larger than Earth. Jupiter's fast rotation and distinct bands of clouds also contribute to its dynamic weather system.
At least with the naked eye, yes. Comets can become visible around the time they pass the orbit of Mars, though on its own a comet-sized object would not be visible to the naked eye anyway. However, it is possible to spot such objects with advanced telescopes.
Haley's comet is a comet that passes around every 76 years, it was last seen in 1986 and will next be seen in 2061. It is the only short-period comet that is visible to the naked eye. It's orbit is highly elliptical and focuses on the sun.Correctly named Halley's comet, this comet was named after Edmond Halley in 1705 and is visible to the naked eye about twice in a person's lifetime.