What are the various types of comets?

The various types of comets include short-period comets, long-period comets, single-apparition comets and sungrazers. Comets are normally classified according to the amount of time they take to go around the sun.

Below are some details regarding the various types of comets in existence.

1. Sun-grazers

These are comets that normally move straight into the sun where they either hit it or disintegrate while on the way.

2. Short-period comets

These are comets that take less than 200 years to go around the sun.

3. Long-period comets

These are comets that take more than 200 years to orbit the sun.

4. Single-apparition comets

These are comets that do not necessarily orbit the sun but may move into other areas in space.