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[ad_1] Skygazers worldwide are eagerly anticipating a celestial spectacle during the upcoming total solar eclipse in April – the potential appearance of the ‘Devil Comet'. Known scientifically as 12P/Pons-Brooks, this comet, measuring about 10.5 miles (17 kilometers) across, is currently hurtling towards Earth and may offer a striking display if it erupts before the Sun is completely obscured during the eclipse.Significance of Devil CometWhat makes the 'Devil Comet' particularly intriguing is its unusual behavior and characteristics, according to NASA. It follows an elliptical orbit around the sun, completing its journey every 71 years. Classified as an ice volcano or cryovolcanic comet, it occasionally erupts when exposed to intense solar radiation, causing ruptures in its icy surface ...

[ad_1] The year 2023 has been a year of rare space occurrences, never-seen views, and comets shining bright in the night sky. Now, we are approaching the new year and researchers have found a comet which could make a close approach to Earth in the coming months. A comet named 12P/Pons-Brooks may come very close to Earth which will enable sky gazers to even view it with the naked eyes or with the help of binoculars. Check what experts are saying about the newfound comet.About comet 12P/Pons-BrooksAccording to a Space.com report, the Devil comet, which is also named 12P/Pons-Brooks, could make a close approach to Earth and it has the capability to shine bright in the night sky in March 2024. The comet was first spotted by French astronomer Jean Louis Pons on July 21, 1812, near two conste...

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Total solar eclipse 2024: ‘Devil Comet’ may be seen for the first time in 70 years!

Devil Comet to make close approach to Earth very soon! Check what experts say