2024 Naked Eye Comet May Shatter Before Reaching Earth
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Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS (C/2023 A3), initially expected to become a bright naked-eye object by fall 2024, is now predicted by comet expert Dr. Zdeněk Sekanina to disintegrate before reaching perihelion in late September. While some astronomers agree with Sekanina's assessment, others remain skeptical, noting the comet's current healthy appearance. The future of the comet remains uncertain, with observers adopting a "wait and see" approach.
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