Cosmic Analysis

Scientific comparisons, visualizations, and data analysis of tracked cosmic objects.

Discovery Statistics

CometsAsteroidsMeteorsGalaxiesInterstellarSupernovae0481216

Object Comparison

3I/ATLASApophisBennuC/2020 F300.751.52.253

3I/ATLAS Distance Timeline

Jan 2025Feb 2025Mar 2025Apr 2025May 2025Jun 2025Jul 2025Aug 2025Sep 2025Oct 202500.81.62.43.2
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3I/ATLAS Composition

Key Findings

Water Ice Detection

Confirmed presence of water ice at 3 AU distance, indicating pristine composition from beyond the solar system.

Age Determination

Spectroscopic analysis suggests age of 3-11 billion years, making it one of the oldest known objects.

Volatile Composition

45% volatile compounds including CN and Ni, indicating active outbursts and high activity level.

Orbital Dynamics

4.5° inclination with non-gravitational forces affecting trajectory, suggesting complex internal structure.

Detailed Comparison Table

ObjectDistance (AU)MagnitudeVelocity (km/s)Estimated Age
3I/ATLAS2.9515.941.45000 Myr
Apophis0.2815.219.24600 Myr
Bennu1.220.518.84500 Myr
C/2020 F30.29045.24500 Myr