# James Webb Space Telescope uncovers new clues about the origins of 'interstellar invader' comet 3I/ATLAS

James Webb Space Telescope uncovers new clues about the origins of 'interstellar invader' comet 3I/ATLAS

via [Space.com](https://www.space.com/astronomy/asteroids/james-webb-space-telescope-uncovers-new-clues-about-the-origins-of-interstellar-invader-comet-3i-atlas)

James Webb Space Telescope finds 3I/ATLAS comet has unique ice grains. The comet's ice grains are similar to those of trans-Neptunian objects beyond Neptune's orbit. 3I/ATLAS was discovered entering the solar system in summer 2025.

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