Astronomers capture radio signals from comet 12P/Pons-Brooks

Summary

A research team from the Shanghai Astronomical Observatory has utilized the Tianma Radio Telescope to observe comet 12P/Pons-Brooks, measuring its water production rate during outbursts and achieving the most distant detection of ammonia in a Halley-type comet to date, as reported in Astronomy & Astrophysics. The findings highlight significant advancements in understanding the comet's composition and behavior.