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West Yellowstone, Montana
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Comet Geyser is located in the Norris Geyser Basin, which is the hottest and most dynamic geyser basin in Yellowstone National Park.
Comet Geyser erupts frequently, often every few minutes, making it one of the more active geysers in the basin.
Unlike some of its taller counterparts, Comet Geyser's eruptions typically reach heights of only 10 to 15 feet.
Norris Geyser Basin, where Comet Geyser is located, is one of the oldest and hottest thermal areas in Yellowstone, with temperatures exceeding 200°F just a few inches below the surface.
The water from Comet Geyser is acidic due to the high concentration of sulfuric acid, a result of the geothermal activity in the area.
Seismic activity can alter the behavior of geysers in the Norris Basin, including Comet Geyser, by changing underground water pathways.
