Comet C/2012 S1 (ISON) has been the most talked-about comet of 2013.
When discovered in late 2012, it was said to have the potential to
become a striking object visible to the eye alone around the time of its
perihelion – or closest point to the sun – on November 28, 2013.
People started saying
Comet ISON and
comet of the century
in the same sentence. In June and July 2013, Comet ISON was behind the
sun as seen from Earth, but when it was recovered in early August, it
wasn’t as bright as hoped. What will happen with Comet ISON in the
remaining months of 2013? Comets are notoriously unpredictable, but
it’s safe to say that many are waiting to see if Comet ISON will sizzle …
or fizzle.
Look below for a month-by-month Comet ISON viewing schedule and other information.
What’s the story on Comet ISON’s August 2013 recovery and brightness?
Comet ISON month-by-month in late 2013.
How bright will Comet ISON be later this year? How long will its tail be?
Who discovered Comet ISON?
Will Comet ISON live up to expectations?
Read more on Comet ISON by clicking
HERE.
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