NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory (JPL) is closely monitoring three asteroids set to pass Earth on December 11, 2024. While their proximity might raise concerns, scientists assure that none of these celestial objects pose any danger. Instead, their approach provides an invaluable opportunity for researchers to study near-Earth objects (NEOs) and deepen our understanding of the…
A small asteroid, about 70 cm in diameter, is heading towards Earth and is expected to enter the atmosphere over northern Siberia later tonight. The anticipated impact time is around 9:45 pm IST, with a slight variation of up to five minutes. Despite its collision path, experts reassure that the asteroid will pose no danger…
Asteroids, comets, and other Near-Earth Objects (NEOs) highlight the unpredictability of our solar system. While most pass by harmlessly, their close encounters with Earth offer important opportunities for scientific research. NASA and other agencies closely monitor these objects to assess risks and prepare for potential threats.NASA has issued a notice regarding asteroid 2019 JN2, a…
An illustration for visual representation of asteroid trajectory This ‘mini-moon’ is actually an asteroid — named ‘2024 PT5’ — which is about the size of a school bus. When it whizzed past Earth on Sunday (Sept 29), it would be temporarily pulled by our planet’s gravity. However, the Earth’s double delight of possessing two ‘Moons’…
