'New Year's Eve Comet' To Cross The Earth, What We Need To Know!

A "comet" is set to pass the skies on New Year's Eve. The said comet is to appear near the crescent moon on Dec. 31. This comet which is set to add fireworks to the New Year is named Comet 45P.

It is reported that to be able to view the "comet," one needs to use a binoculars since it cannot be visible to the naked eyes. Comet 45P does not pose any danger to Earth. It is set to make a pass over the skies however it is still millions away from the earth.

This is not the first time that Comet 45P will  pass the Earth. It usually makes a pass every 5.25 years and makes a full orbit. This allows scientists to track it down every time. The "comet" is not the only cosmic body that can be seen on New Year's Eve. Venus, Neptune and Mars will also be visible from the Earth.

A report indicates that Comet 45P was first seen in Dec. 15. It had a colorful display of its tail on the western horizon. Another one is set to make a scene on New Year's Eve. This is right before it makes its way around the sun. The "comet" showcases itself on the face of the Earth first by then.

The Comet 45P is a "comet" that comes to Earth periodically. It was first discovered in 1948 and has been named after the astronomers who discovered it. To be able to have a better view of this celestial display, there has got to be a clear night sky and a set of binoculars.

Meanwhile, it is reported that 2017 is going to be a year for comets. In fact there is to be a clear view for Comet 45P on Feb. 11. This time around the comet is nearest to the Earth. This other celestial display is the one to follow the New Year's Eve comet.