<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false"><li>A newly discovered interstellar object, 3I/ATLAS, is capturing astronomers' attention as it races towards us.</li><li>This alien comet offers a unique opportunity to study alien star systems and exoplanet formation.</li><li>Experts aim to gather as much data as possible before 3I/ATLAS exits the solar system.</li><li>Observatories worldwide are focused on imaging and analyzing this rare interstellar visitor.</li></ul>

Astronomers are racing to study our solar system's newest 'interstellar visitor.' Here's why.

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