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How did Comet west change the way astronomers think about comets or the solar system?
Comet West was remarkable in its brightness and tail formation, providing astronomers with valuable data to study the composition and behavior of comets. It helped to confirm that comets are made of ice and dust, and its disintegration provided insights into the dynamics of comets in the solar system. Overall, Comet West contributed to advancing our understanding of comets' role in the formation and evolution of the solar system.
Is all comets named after people?
No, not all comets are named after people. Some comets are named after the astronomers who discovered them, while others are given more generic names based on their characteristics or catalog numbers.
Where do you find comets?
Comets are typically found in the outer regions of the solar system, beyond the orbit of Neptune. They can be observed from Earth when they come closer to the sun and develop a visible tail due to the solar wind. Astronomers track comets using telescopes and space missions.
How often are comets seen?
Comets are typically visible from Earth every few years, with some being more frequently observed than others. Most comets are only visible for a short period of time as they move through the inner solar system. Astronomers actively monitor for new comets using telescopes and observatories.
Why is a comets orbit considered a cycle?
A comets orbit is considered a cycle because a comet circles back in an elliptical orbit.
Why are comets interesting to astronomers?
by its light
How do you know what comets are made of?
Astronomers analyze the light reflected from comets with a machine, and can easily tell what major elements it is composed of.
How did Comet west change the way astronomers think about comets or the solar system?
Comet West was remarkable in its brightness and tail formation, providing astronomers with valuable data to study the composition and behavior of comets. It helped to confirm that comets are made of ice and dust, and its disintegration provided insights into the dynamics of comets in the solar system. Overall, Comet West contributed to advancing our understanding of comets' role in the formation and evolution of the solar system.
Is all comets named after people?
No, not all comets are named after people. Some comets are named after the astronomers who discovered them, while others are given more generic names based on their characteristics or catalog numbers.
What astronomer discovered eight comets?
Many astronomers have discovered that many comets. For example, David Levy is the discoverer or co-discoverer of 22 comets.
Where do you find comets?
Comets are typically found in the outer regions of the solar system, beyond the orbit of Neptune. They can be observed from Earth when they come closer to the sun and develop a visible tail due to the solar wind. Astronomers track comets using telescopes and space missions.
Where do astronomers think that comets orignate?
Comets are classified by the size of their orbits. As soon as a comet is discovered, astronomers make measurements of its position to try to settle what orbit the comet is in. Many comets with an orbital period up to 100 years are in elongated elliptical orbits that extend out to Neptune's orbit and beyond. The faster comets with longer period might come from the Oort cloud at distances up to 1 light year or even further. A small class of comets come from outside the solar system and these are noted by their high speed and hyperbolic orbits which show they will make one visit and disappear off again.
Why do astronomers name comets?
The same reason why people name anything - to distinguish between them. Comets are named with the year of discovery, a serial number, and the discoverer's name. Most "comet hunters" are amateur astronomers who live for the fleeting fame of having discovered a comet; being an "amateur comet hunter" isn't a job that pays anything. The fame of having a comet named for them is their only reward.
Cite examples of astronomical phenomena known to astronomers before the advent of telescope?
Comets, meteoric swarms (Perseids, Leonids), supernovae (see SN 1572)
How often are comets seen?
Comets are typically visible from Earth every few years, with some being more frequently observed than others. Most comets are only visible for a short period of time as they move through the inner solar system. Astronomers actively monitor for new comets using telescopes and observatories.
Why is a comets orbit considered a cycle?
A comets orbit is considered a cycle because a comet circles back in an elliptical orbit.
How did comet wild 2 change the way astronomers think about comets or Solar Systems?
because it was like unique because it has like craters and because none other like comet like has one
