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Why comets have two tails

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Why settle for one dramatic exit when you can throw a double-barreled tantrum? As these frozen debris clusters approach a star, they do not just disintegrate quietly. One tail consists entirely of physical dust particles trailing behind, while the second is composed of ionized gas manipulated directly by stellar winds. Both vividly point directly away from the star, ensuring maximum celestial visibility.

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