Golden Comet ATLAS Survives Near-Sun Encounter, Offers Spectacular Viewing
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New photos of the comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) reveal it has developed a rare golden hue after surviving a close approach to the sun, with scientists uncertain about the exact cause, possibly related to its unique chemical composition and recent solar flyby.
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- This comet wasn't supposed to survive, but it did. Now it's golden. Chron
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