As comets get close to the sun, they start to “melt” and release gas and dust. This gas and dust forms what?

A. “coma” around the comet’s nucleus and a long tail that points away from the sun
B. “coma” that points away from the sun and a long tail around the comet’s nucleus
C. Only “coma” around the comet’s nucleus
D. Only a long tail that points away from the sun

Submitted by: Muhammad Abdullah

Correct Answer: A. “coma” around the comet’s nucleus and a long tail that points away from the sun ✔

Last Updated: May 15, 2024