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Comet ATLAS Set to Outshine Venus Soon

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Comet ATLAS Set to Outshine Venus Soon

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  • A newly discovered **Comet ATLAS (C/2024 G3)** may outshine **Venus** in brightness in the upcoming weeks.
  • The comet will approach the sun to within **8.3 million miles** on **January 13**, 2024, potentially reaching a magnitude of **-4.5**.
  • Best viewing conditions will be in the **Southern Hemisphere**, as the comet will appear low in the sky near the **constellation Sagittarius**.
  • The comet could even be visible during daylight, but safety precautions are necessary when observing due to proximity to the sun.
  • Comet ATLAS is expected to take **160,000 years** to complete its orbit around the sun if it withstands the heat.

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