Question

How does a comet’s appearance change as it approaches the sun? Why does this accur

Answer 1

Far out in space, the comets tail is short. As it approaches the Sun, the heat melts away some of the ice covering the surface.


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Answer 2

Far out in space, the comets tail is short. As it approaches the Sun, the heat melts away some of the ice covering the surface. As it evaporates into space. a tail is formed behind the comet. Always, the tail is facing away from the sun.

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