Comet Hale-Bopp

Image of the comet Hale Bopp that has been enhanced to show these faintest parts better. The frames on which this photo is based were obtained during three nights (February 27-March 2, 2001). As the comet moved in the meantime, there are several images of each star in the field — they appear multi-coloured, according to the optical filters that were used.

Credit:

ESO

About the Image

Id:eso0108b
Type:Observation
Release date:6 March 2001
Related releases:eso0108
Size:2492 x 2492 px

About the Object

Name:Comet Hale-Bopp
Type:Solar System : Interplanetary Body : Comet
Category:Solar System

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