Interstellar comet 3I/ATLAS nears Earth
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Comet 3I/ATLAS makes closest approach to Earth, 170 million miles away, offering rare insights into interstellar space and cometary formation.
This third confirmed interstellar comet to enter our neighborhood has captivated astronomers and sparked debate within the scientific community. NASA
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