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How long is the Halley's Comet nucleus in humans?

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8,824humans long

The Halley's Comet nucleus is 15 km long, the same as 8,824 average adults (1.70 m) stacked head to toe.

It visits every 76 years. Next time: 2061.

Metres15 km
Feet49,213 ft
Humans8,824
Bananas75,000

Measured end to end, lying down. Source.

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