Dramatic eruption on Comet Halley surprises astronomers

Dramatic eruption on Comet Halley surprises astronomers.

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ESO

About the Image

Id:eso9103a
Type:Observation
Release date:22 February 1991
Related releases:eso9103
Size:3696 x 3339 px

About the Object

Name:Comet Halley
Type:Solar System : Interplanetary Body : Comet
Category:Solar System

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Exposure time: 3600s