[MIham] New Year's Comet

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Space Weather News for Dec. 29, 2007
http://spaceweather.com

After a 13.6 year absence, Comet 8P/Tuttle is once again traveling through
the inner solar system. On Jan. 1 and 2, 2008, it makes its closest approach
to Earth--only 24 million miles away. The emerald-colored comet will
brighten to a predicted magnitude of 5.8, visible to the unaided eye from
dark-sky sites and a fine target for backyard telescopes anywhere.

Two nights before closest approach, on Dec. 30th and 31st, something
extraordinary will happen: Comet 8P/Tuttle has a beautiful close encounter
with spiral galaxy M33. The comet and the galaxy may even overlap!  This is
a can't-miss opportunity for astrophotographers around the world.

Visit http://spaceweather.com for sky maps, photos and more information.

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