Even with the extra-bright full moon and the usual urban light pollution,
17/P Holmes is a nice naked-eye object here in Madison, WI this evening.
The coma is suprisingly large and shows a bright, star-like condensation or
center through 7X50 binoculars. I agree with Jeff that color is apparent,
showing a yellowish --almost orange -- cast.
If you haven't yet taken a look (and have clear skies), NOW is the time to
get outdoors and witness this most unusual event.
Mark
----- Original Message -----
From: "Jerry" <[EMAIL PROTECTED]>
To: "Meteorite List" <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, October 25, 2007 8:01 PM
Subject: [meteorite-list] Holmes [17P]
Just to update those interested, there is no diminishing in brightness in
fact there may be a slight increase.
It defintely looks cometary in binoculars with a bright center and hazy
coma. And as someone said last nite, it has a redish cast.
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