It is called officially C/2023 P1, but it is also known as Nishimura, after the Japanese amateur astronomer who discovered it.It has delighted sky observing enthusiasts in recent days.
And It is considered a hyperbolic comet because it moves at high speed and is loaded with a large amount of energy Which is able to move between different solar systems.
in Early Tuesday, the green comet is expected to reach its largest size Approximation To Earth just before sunrise, when it is about 125 million kilometers away. The observation time period is from 4 to 6 am.
See some images of Comet Nishimura already recorded
Astronomer Hideo Nishimura observed the comet – the third on his list – Exactly one month ago while taking long exposure photos before sunrise With a “normal” digital camera.
Since then, the comet has increased in brightness They can be seen with the naked eye, although equipment such as binoculars or a telescope will always help you see in more detail The phenomenon. This is if weather conditions permit.
If you can’t see Nishimura before sunrise on Tuesday — or in the next few days — take note The next “window of opportunity” will not occur until about 500 years later. Moreover, it may also happen that a comet is present at the same time Destroyed in one of the corridors close to the sun.
Nishimura is expected to complete his return to the solar system on September 17 It will pass close to the Star King at a distance of less than 27 million kilometers, which is more than enough distance to burn itAstronomers warned.
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