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What is What is a Comet? about?

What is a Comet? is a explainer video. Comets, small icy bodies in the Solar System, become visible as they approach the Sun, resulting in outgassing that forms a coma and tail. Notable examples include Hale-Bopp, the Great Comet of 1997, and Halley's Comet, which was closely studied by the Giotto spacecraft in 1986. The European Space Agency's Rosetta mission marked a significant achievement with the first successful landing on a comet, specifically 67P/Churyumov-Gerasimenko. This exploration highlights the importance of comets in understanding the cosmos and the origins of the Solar System.

When was What is a Comet? released?

What is a Comet? was released in 2016.

How long is What is a Comet??

What is a Comet? has a runtime of 3 minutes.

Where can I watch What is a Comet??

You can watch What is a Comet? on iWonder.

What genre is What is a Comet??

What is a Comet? is classified as Science.

What topics does What is a Comet? cover?

What is a Comet? explores topics including space-exploration, scientific-research.

Is What is a Comet? available for free?

What is a Comet? is available to stream on iWonder. Check the film page for current availability and any subscription requirements.

Can I watch What is a Comet? with subtitles?

Subtitles may be available for What is a Comet? on iWonder. Look for the CC (closed captions) button in the video player when available.