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Activity of Comet Hale-Bopp (1995 01) Beyond 6 AU From the SunThe physical evolution of comet Hale-Bopp is investigated along the preperihelic arc of its orbit at heliocentric distances larger than 6 AU. The comet's considerable intrinsic brightness and activity are explained by the existence of a relatively larg area on its nucleus surface that is a resevoir of both carbon monoxide and dust particulates. Three recuring dust emission events observed in August-October 1995 are studied in some detail.
Document ID
20060035876
Acquisition Source
Jet Propulsion Laboratory
Document Type
Preprint (Draft being sent to journal)
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Authors
Sekanina, Z.
Date Acquired
August 23, 2013
Publication Date
January 1, 1996
Distribution Limits
Public
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Other
Keywords
Hale-Bopp evolution carbon monoxide dust particulates

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