NASA Reveals Alien Composition of 2I/Borisov, 1st Interstellar Comet

NASA Reveals Alien Composition of 2I/Borisov, 1st Interstellar Comet

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5th - 12th Grade

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The video discusses the interstellar comet 2I Borisov, which was observed by NASA and other scientists using telescopes like Alma and Hubble. The comet exhibited unusually high levels of carbon monoxide, sparking questions about the chemical diversity of comets and the possibility of learning about other planetary systems. 2I Borisov likely formed far from its star in a cold environment, possibly near Neptune, and was ejected from its home system. The rarity of observing such comets is highlighted, but advancements in telescope technology may lead to more discoveries.

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