C/2022 E3 (ZTF) - A Rare Comet Visits Earth - SETI Institute Scientists Explain

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Tags: Comets, Meteors, and Asteroids, Astronomy

Time: Thursday, Feb 02, 2023 -

Location: Online

A new comet, C/2022 E3 (ZTF), is making a rare visit to Earth, coming closer than it has in over 50,000 years. Stargazers around the world have admired its eerie green glow and bright tail of dust. Join SETI Institute Senior Planetary Astronomer, Dr. Franck Marchis, and Postdoctoral Fellow, Dr. Ariel Graykowski, as they discuss the significance of this comet and its impact on the search for life in space. Learn about comets and the night sky in this once-in-a-lifetime event.

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