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3I/ATLAS / Explained

What is 3I/ATLAS?

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Overview

3I/ATLAS, also known as A/2019 Y4, was a comet discovered by the ATLAS survey that garnered significant attention due to its initially rapid brightening. Its observation provided valuable data on comet dynamics and composition, especially regarding how these icy bodies react as they approach the sun.

Current status

3I/ATLAS is currently classified as Dormant. Dormant means there has been no significant new coverage recently.

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