New Comet C/2025 V1 (Borisov) Discovered, Will Make Close Approach to Earth in November
A newly discovered comet, designated C/2025 V1 (Borisov), will reach its closest approach to Earth on tuesday, November 11, 2025. Initially thought to potentially be an interstellar object like comet 3I/ATLAS, orbital analysis now confirms C/2025 V1 (Borisov) originated within our solar system.
Astronomers steadfast the comet follows a closed elliptical trajectory, unlike the open hyperbolic path characteristic of interstellar comets. “Though, despite some suggestions to the contrary, this newly discovered comet is not associated with any current interstellar visitors, and almost certainly originated from within the solar system,” reported Live Science. Comet 3I/ATLAS, in contrast, has been confirmed to have an interstellar origin based on its hyperbolic movement.
The comet was first detected in early 2025 by Crimean astronomer Gennady Borisov, who previously discovered 2I/Borisov – the first interstellar comet ever observed. This latest discovery further highlights Borisov’s contributions to comet observation.
While described as a “close pass,” the comet will remain a safe distance from Earth.Observers will require a medium to large-sized telescope to view C/2025 V1 (Borisov), as it is indeed not expected to be visible to the naked eye. Astronomers recommend using digital sky maps or astronomy software to locate the comet.
The dark, light-pollution-free skies will provide the best viewing conditions. Scientists view this as an prospect to study the comet’s composition, including its dust and gas tails. There is no threat of impact from C/2025 V1 (Borisov), and researchers will use the event to study ancient materials within our solar system.
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