Comet 3I/ATLAS approaching Sun SOON: Here’s what to expect

Comet 3I/ATLAS Approaching the Sun

The interstellar object 3I/ATLAS is expected to approach the Sun on October 29 and 30.

It will pass the Sun at a distance of roughly 1.4 au, barely inside Mars' orbit.

Comet 3I/ATLAS was detected on July 1, 2025, by the ATLAS survey telescope in Chile.

According to a NASA official, Comet 3I/ATLAS originated outside of our solar system.

Astronomers and scientists are studying its size and physical properties.

Author's summary: Comet 3I/ATLAS approaches Sun soon.

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