The discovery of 3I/ATLAS, an interstellar object, has astronomers racing to uncover its secrets before it disappears. With advanced telescopes focused on its origins and composition, this ancient traveler could change our understanding of the universe.
The Hubble Space Telescope has captured its first images of comet 3I/ATLAS, the oldest comet discovered, originating from a region of the Milky Way that predates our solar system. Astronomers are excited to study this interstellar visitor.
Astronomers have unveiled remarkable new images of the interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS, revealing its unique characteristics as it journeys through our solar system. This ancient comet, possibly older than our solar system, is set to make its closest approach to the sun soon, offering a rare opportunity for study.
The newly discovered interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS may be 3 billion years older than our solar system, possibly making it the oldest comet ever observed. As it races towards the sun, researchers predict a spectacular tail could form, revealing secrets of its ancient origins.