Ground-based image of Comet 17P/Holmes

This image, taken by an amateur astronomer, shows the location of Comet Holmes on 28 Oct. Superimposed on this image is a graphic showing the comet's path from 30 Sept. to 25 Nov.

Credit:

T. Dickinson, Ontario, Canada

About the Image

NASA press release
Id:heic0718c
Type:Photographic
Release date:15 November 2007, 15:00
Related releases:heic0718
Size:1939 x 1767 px

About the Object

Name:17P/Holmes
Type:Solar System : Interplanetary Body : Comet
Category:Solar System

Image Formats

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