Tag: Near Earth Objects
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The New Quasi-Moon of Earth: A Hidden Asteroid Unveiled
Introduction to the New Quasi-Moon Recent research published in the scientific journal LIVESCIENCE has revealed an intriguing finding: Earth may have a new quasi-moon. Initially mistaken for a moon, this celestial body is actually an asteroid that had evaded detection for decades until a telescope in Hawaii identified it earlier this year. This discovery opens…
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Evidence of Flowing Water on Ryugu’s Parent Asteroid
Introduction: A Surprising Discovery Recent research has unveiled an astonishing finding: liquid water flowed across the surface of the asteroid that birthed the near-Earth object (NEO) Ryugu. This revelation comes as a genuine surprise to scientists, as it challenges previous assumptions about the timeline of water presence in our solar system. The study indicates that…
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Asteroid 2025 QV5 Will Pass Close to Earth Soon
Asteroid 2025 QV5, a space rock roughly the size of a bus, is set to make a close encounter with Earth on September 3, 2023. This asteroid was first detected on August 24, 2023, and astronomers have since been monitoring its trajectory closely. Notably, the close approach will provide scientists with an excellent opportunity to…
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Asteroid 2025 QV5 to Pass Closely by Earth Soon
Asteroid 2025 QV5 has captured global attention following its discovery on August 24 of this year. This space rock, measuring approximately the size of a bus, is set to make a close approach to Earth on September 3. Astronomers and space enthusiasts alike are eagerly anticipating this event, marking a rare opportunity for observation of…