Title
Comet-like tail of a possible disintegrating super Mercury-size planet
Caption
This artist's concept depicts a comet-like tail of a possible disintegrating super Mercury-size planet candidate as it transits, or crosses, its parent star, named KIC 12557548. The results are based on data from NASA's Kepler mission.
Date
20th century
Credit line
Photo12/Ann Ronan Picture Library
Reference
ARP15A06_421
License type
Rights managed
Available size
5,1Mb (199,9Kb) / 20,8in x 16,7in / 1500 x 1200 (72dpi)