NASA | Why are We Seeing So Many Sungrazing Comets?

The video discusses the increase in known comets from less than a dozen in 1979 to about 2500 today. This rise is attributed to the Kreitz path, where comets follow a similar orbit. Comets fragment as they near the Sun, creating new generations. Technological advancements, like the ESA-NASA Soho mission, have improved comet detection, allowing even amateurs to discover comets. The video highlights the role of unexpected tools in comet research and encourages viewers to potentially spot new sungrazers.

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