A Comet’s Tail Gone Wrong? Space Just Got Weirder
A Comet’s Tail Gone Wrong? Space Just Got Weirder
US · Published Sep 2, 2025
Astronomers have observed a strange tail on interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, defying typical comet behavior.
Data shows 3I/ATLAS emits primarily carbon dioxide, unlike typical comets that release water.
Studies reveal unusual elements like nickel without iron, challenging current understanding of cosmic processes.
Interstellar object 3I/ATLAS displays bizarre behavior
Astronomers are scratching their heads over the interstellar object 3I/ATLAS, which is displaying some truly bizarre behavior. Recent observations reveal a faint, elongated tail stretching behind it, perfectly aligned in the opposite direction of the Sun. This unusual feature adds another layer of mystery to an object that already defies conventional explanations regarding its mass, behavior, and composition.
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