In for some rapid acceleration? As Comet ISON whips around the sun like a slingshot, it’s speed will increase 7-8 fold. How many G’s is that?
At peak perihelion speed, Comet #ISON will slingshot around the sun at 1/1000th the speed of light. pic.twitter.com/tSdIDd1JM3
— Anthony Sagliani (@anthonywx) November 28, 2013