Comet C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) splits into 3 pieces after a close brush with the sun (video) C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) has broken into three distinct pieces following its closest approach to the sun on Oct. 8. Astrobitica November 13, 2025 (Last updated: November 13, 2025) 1 minute read C/2025 K1 (ATLAS) has broken into three distinct pieces following its closest approach to the sun on Oct. 8. About the Author Astrobitica Administrator Visit Website View All Posts Post navigation Previous: Let’s go on an ESCAPADE: NASA’s small, low-cost orbiters will examine Mars’ atmosphereNext: More Research Shows That Enceladus Has A Stable Ocean That Could Host Life