Key Points
This celestial wanderer, discovered in early 2023, has captivated astronomers and skywatchers alike as it approaches its closest point to Earth...
Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS is making its final appearance in Earth's skies before embarking on an 80,000-year journey through the outer reaches of our solar system...
This close proximity could lead to a remarkable phenomenon known as forward scattering, where comet dust reflects sunlight towards Earth, potentially causing a dramatic increase in the comet's brightness...
Astronomers recommend standing in the shadow of a building to completely block direct sunlight while still allowing a view of the comet..
Its departure marks the beginning of an incredibly long orbital journey, with the comet not expected to return to the inner solar system for approximately 80,000 years...
