[MIham] Daytime Comet

[Frank]

Space Weather News for Jan. 13, 2007
http://spaceweather.com

Observers around the world are reporting that Comet McNaught is now visible
in broad daylight. The comet is very close to the sun, so it is tricky to
find. If you want to try, here's how to do it: Go outside and stand in the
shadow of a building so that the glare of the sun is blocked out.  Make a
fist and hold it at arm's length.  The comet is about one fist-width east of
the sun.

This weekend is a special time for Comet McNaught because it is making its
closest approach to the sun.  Solar heat causes the comet to vaporize
furiously and brighten to daytime visibility.  McNaught is now the brightest
comet in more than 40 years, and it may become the brightest in centuries.

Visit http://spaceweather.com for photos and updates.

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