Hi Mike,
It is indeed an intriguing interloper, with much speculation on MPML as to its
possible origin and the dynamics of its ejection from its original star system.
Its spectral characteristics (admittedly limited spectral resolution so far)
seem
more consistent with an asteroid than a comet,
Rob has made a good point about this object not being a comet, and for that
matter, the presumption that this thing is natural and unguided.
Personally, I am very disappointed that this object wasn't a comet and that it
didn't leave a trail of dust and gases, that one day we could have captured
-list@meteoritecentral.com; Matson, Rob D.
Subject: Re: [meteorite-list] First recorded visit to this solar system by an
interstellar object
Rob has made a good point about this object not being a comet, and for that
matter, the presumption that this thing is natural and unguided. Personally, I
am
Thanks, Bob, for the fish!
Am 30.10.2017 um 07:59 schrieb Robert Verish via Meteorite-list:
Rob has made a good point about this object not being a comet, and for that
matter, the presumption that this thing is natural and unguided.
Personally, I am very disappointed that this object wasn't a
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