Comet 51p/Harrington

<p style="color:#dbdbdb ;padding:20px; border-left:5px solid #ffffff">Most of the comets are unpredictable objects. One such comet is the 51 P/Harrington. Originating from the Kuiper belt beyond the planet Neptune, comet Harrington exhibited unusual characteristics. A sudden surge of brightness was observed in one of its apparition. A short–period comet, it belongs to the Jupiter family of comets and is officially designated as 51P. Let us learn more about this comet in detail.</p>
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Comet 26p/Grigg–Skjellerup

<p style="color:#dbdbdb ;padding:20px; border-left:5px solid #ffffff">The origin of the Universe remains an enigma through centuries. Celestial objects such as the comets are considered remnants of the past and a most probable answer to this mystery. Comet 26P/Grigg–Skjellerup is counted among such comets. The unaltered and pristine nature of the cometary material and interplanetary dust particles of comet Grigg–Skjellerup may hold a clue to the creation of our solar system. Pioneer observatory NASA finds the composition of this comet as ideal for studies related to the formation of the solar system. Comet Grigg–Skjellerup is also responsible for the meteor shower named ‘Pi Puppids’ lighting up the April skies in the southern hemisphere. The 26th short–period comet to be discovered belongs to the Jupiter family.</p>
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Comet 84p/Giclas

<p style="color:#dbdbdb ;padding:20px; border-left:5px solid #ffffff">In the earlier times, comets and other objects from space were looked upon as ominous. Today, they are a source of awe, wonder and amazement. The 21st century has also witnessed some comets. Comet Giclas is one such comet. Recently discovered, it is a short–period comet and belongs to the Jupiter family of comets. Let us learn about this comet in detail.</p>
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