Question

A new object has been discovered in the solar system. In your own words, justify how the object can be proved to be a comet.

Answer 1

One way is by using precise calculations in combination with accurately mapping it's position compared to other stars. If it's found to be moving a different way, then it can be proved a comet

Answer 2

Answer:

By examining its composition and parts.

Explanation:

A comet is an icy body composed of dust, rock, ice and frozen gases. Comets are commonly found in Kuiper belt and Oort cloud beyond Neptune's orbit. A comet has nucleus, a coma surrounding it and a tail. Comets also orbit the sun in large elliptical paths. Comets from Kuiper belt have smaller period unlike comets from Oort clouds.

A new object would be a comet if it has the same composition and parts.