Comet Hale-Bopp
Comet Hale-Bopp (AKA C/1995 O1) is a comet that was seen from Earth during 1996 and 1997.
Comet Hale-Bopp on April 4th 1997
Credit: E. Kolmhofer, H. Raab; Johannes-Kepler-Observatory, Linz, Austria
Facts About Comet Hale-Bopp:
- This comet was discovered independently in 1995 by Alan Hale and Thomas Bopp, both in the United States.
- It was visible to the naked eye for a record 18 months in 1996 and 1997.
- It was one of the most spectacular and widely observed comets of the 20th century.
- The best views were in the Northern Hemisphere but there were still impressive views to be had for southerners.
Classification: Comet (orbiting Sun)
Names: Comet Hale-Bopp, C/1995 O1
Discovered: 1995 by Alan Hale and Thomas Bopp (independently)
Orbital Period: 2391.0000