Earth: ‘Devil comet’, bigger than Mount Everest, racing towards Earth and is set to explode soon

NEW DELHI: The “Devil Comet,” officially known as 12P, is currently making its way towards Earth and is anticipated to undergo a significant eruption soon. This comet, which is nearly three times the size of Mount Everest, is classified as a cryovolcano, which means it erupts due to the build-up and ignition of gas and ice, much like a frozen soda can exploding.The comet is notably large, with…

Continue Reading


News Source: https://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/home/science/devil-comet-bigger-than-mount-everest-racing-towards-earth-and-is-set-to-explode-soon/articleshow/106406508.cms