Astronomers confirm interstellar comet 3I/Atlas may be nearly 12 billion years old
Astronomers announced on Monday that interstellar comet 3I/Atlas may be nearly 12 billion years old, potentially making it the oldest object observed in our solar system. Its unique elemental composition suggests it formed in extremely cold conditions, approximately -243C. Observations reveal this comet offers unprecedented insights into the origins of interstellar objects in our galaxy.
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Published 22 Jun 2026, 16:37 UTC · Updated 22 Jun 2026, 21:00 UTC
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