
Comet
Space Phenomenon
A comet is a celestial event, not a regular occurrence, like a star or planet.

The comet’s appearance was an extraordinary event that had astronomers excited.
Visible Tail
When near the sun, comets often have a visible tail, which distinguishes them from other space bodies.

The comet’s tail stretched across the night sky, clearly visible from Earth.
Not a Star
Comets are sometimes confused with stars; remember, comets move and have tails.

Although it looked like a star at first, the movement and tail revealed it was a comet.
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