Small Bodies
According to the International Astronomical Union, small Solar System bodies include comets, asteroids, and trans-Neptunian objects (except for dwarf planets). Most asteroids and trans-Neptunian objects are located in the asteroid belt and the Kuiper Belt. The comets mainly come from the Oort Cloud. From time to time, small Solar System bodies can get quite close to the Earth and even become potentially hazardous objects. Here, you'll learn many interesting facts about different types of small bodies and discover which of them are really to be feared.
Comet G3 Atlas in January 2025: How to See C/2024 G3 (Atlas)
Learn about comet C/2024 G3 (ATLAS), its brightness in 2025, and how to observe it. Did this comet live up to our expectations?
What Is a Comet? All About The Cosmic “Dirty Snowballs”
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Comets 2025: Next Comet Visible from Earth
Learn about the brightest comets observable from the Earth in 2025. Some of them might become visible through binoculars or even with the naked eye!
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C/2023 A3 (Tsuchinshan-ATLAS): How and Where to See It Tonight?
C/2023 A3 became the brightest comet in 13 years and was easily visible to the naked eye in mid-October 2024. Here is what comes next.
Great Comets: What Are They, And When Will the Next Comet Be Visible?
A great comet is an extraordinary event. Once you've seen it, you'll never forget it. Is there a great comet coming up? Learn from this article!
Farewell, Halloween Comet: C/2024 S1 Has Disintegrated!
Sad news, comet hunters: C/2024 S1 has disintegrated. Here’s what happened.
Comets: All You Need to Know
All-round guide about comets: definition, special features, and a couple of tips for aspiring observers.
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Look Up: Comet 13P/Olbers Is In the Night Sky Today!
Last chance to see Comet 13P/Olbers! ☄️Learn about the comet's path and visibility from August to October.