Category: Comets in 2015

162P/Siding Spring: A Jupiter-Family Comet 162P/Siding Spring is a fascinating celestial object classified as a Jupiter-family comet, distinguished by its relatively short orbital period of approximately 5.3 years. Discovered on October 10, 2004, during the Siding Spring Survey, this comet has captured the interest of astronomers and enthusiasts alike due to its intriguing characteristics and…