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Asteroid 2024 CL3 to pass Earth at a breakneck 15011 kmph, says NASA; Know how big it is

23Feb

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Asteroid 2024 CL3 to pass Earth at a breakneck 15011 kmph, says NASA; Know how big it is

[ad_1] NASA says that the orbits of asteroids can be changed by Jupiter's massive gravity and by occasional close encounters with planets like Mars or other objects. These accidental encounters can knock asteroids out of the main belt and hurl them into space in all directions across the orbits of the other planets. One such occurrence is set to take place today, February 23, as one asteroid is expected to pass by Earth. Know the details of this close encounter.Asteroid 2024 CL3: DetailsAn asteroid, given the designation of Asteroid 2024 CL3, is on its way towards Earth and could pass Earth at a very close distance today, February 23. It is one of the two asteroids that are expected to pass by the planet, with the other one being Asteroid 2024 BY15. It is important to note that while bo...

NASA says four asteroids will pass by Earth today; Check speed, size and other details

22Feb

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NASA says four asteroids will pass by Earth today; Check speed, size and other details

[ad_1] 2024 has continued the trend of the past year, with asteroid approaches on most days. NASA, with the help of its advanced ground and space-based telescopes, has shed light on four asteroids that are set to pass Earth at close distances today, February 22. While none of these space rocks pose a threat to life on Earth, their close approaches serve as a reminder of the threat posed by these space rocks and the need to continuously monitor them in their orbits. Check out the details of the close approaches below.Asteroid 2024 DWThe first asteroid to pass Earth today has been designated Asteroid 2024 DW by NASA CNEOS. It is expected to pass Earth at a distance of just 225,000 kilometers, which is even closer than the Moon! As per the US Space Agency, it is travelling in its orbit at ...

Three Apollo asteroids set to pass Earth today, reveals NASA; check speed, size, and other details

19Feb

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Three Apollo asteroids set to pass Earth today, reveals NASA; check speed, size, and other details

[ad_1] January 2024 was filled with numerous asteroid approaches, and February is set to continue the trend. But how do these asteroids get spotted? When NASA's telescopes track a new Near-Earth Asteroid (NEA), astronomers measure the asteroid's observed positions in the sky and report them to the Minor Planet Center. The Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS) then uses that data to determine the asteroid's most likely orbit around the Sun, according to NASA. Using its advanced tech, NASA has shed light on as many as three asteroids that are set to pass Earth today, February 19. check details.Asteroid 2024 CV8The first asteroid to pass Earth today has been designated Asteroid 2024 CV8 by NASA CNEOS. It is expected to pass Earth at a distance of just 451,000 kilometers. As per the ...

Aircraft-sized asteroid to pass Earth at close quarters, reveals NASA; Check speed, size and more

13Feb

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Aircraft-sized asteroid to pass Earth at close quarters, reveals NASA; Check speed, size and more

[ad_1] With the help of its advanced technology, NASA has shed light on an asteroid that is expected to pass Earth today, February 13. It is one of the many space rocks that will, and some already have, flown past the planet in recent weeks. While these asteroids can sometimes come even closer to Earth than the Moon, most of them do not pose any threat and pass by relatively safely. Still, the space agencies continue to monitor their orbits for any potential collision scenarios. Know all about the close encounter with the asteroid today.Asteroid 2024 CB1: DetailsAsteroid 2024 CB1 is expected to pass Earth at a distance of just 1.4 million kilometers and at a speed of 63174 kilometers per hour which is almost as fast as a space shuttle! It is important to note that while it has been term...

NASA says Apollo asteroid will pass Earth at a breakneck 27463 kmph today

9Feb

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NASA says Apollo asteroid will pass Earth at a breakneck 27463 kmph today

[ad_1] NASA defines asteroids as ancient rocky, airless remnants left over from the early formation of our solar system about 4.6 billion years ago. Through various experiments, scientists have known that while asteroids have the potential to cause catastrophic damage if they impact Earth, these objects can also become a resource hub. Space agencies keep a check on the orbits of these space rocks to avoid a potential collision scenario. They have also developed technology to track these space rocks in their orbits, and even deflect them in case a potential impact scenario develops.Using its tech, NASA has now shed light on an asteroid that is expected to pass Earth today, February 9. Know all about this close approach. Asteroid 2024 CJ1: Speed, size, distance, and moreAs per the details...

130-foot asteroid to pass Earth today, reveals NASA; Check speed, size and other details

23Jan

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130-foot asteroid to pass Earth today, reveals NASA; Check speed, size and other details

[ad_1] There have been many instances of asteroids passing by Earth in the last few weeks. Just yesterday, a 45 feet wide asteroid flew past the planet at a distance of approximately 3 million kilometers. Due to such close calls with asteroids, NASA, ESA, and other space agencies have developed technology to track these space rocks in their orbits, and even deflect them in case a potential impact scenario develops. Using its tech, NASA has now shed light on an asteroid that is expected to pass Earth today, January 23. Know all about this close approach.Asteroid 2021 BL3: Speed, size, distance, and moreAs per the details issued by NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), the asteroid has been designated as Asteroid 2021 BL3. Asteroid 2021 BL3 is expected to pass Earth at a di...

Asteroid 2024 BM to pass Earth by just a whisker today, reveals NASA; Check size, speed, more

22Jan

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Asteroid 2024 BM to pass Earth by just a whisker today, reveals NASA; Check size, speed, more

[ad_1] As per the details issued by NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), the asteroid has been designated as Asteroid 2024 BM. This asteroid is expected to pass Earth at a distance of approximately 3 million kilometers today, January 22. It is already travelling towards Earth in its orbit at 21511 kilometers per hour which is almost as fast as Intercontinental Ballistic Missiles (ICBMs)! Is the asteroid dangerous? Check details.Asteroid 2024 BMThis space rock belongs to the Apollo group of Near-Earth Asteroids, which are Earth-crossing space rocks with semi-major axes larger than Earth's. These asteroids are named after the humongous 1862 Apollo asteroid, discovered by German astronomer Karl Reinmuth in the 1930s. According to NASA, this is not the first time that Astero...

130-foot asteroid to come as close as 1.5 mn km to Earth; NASA reveals speed, and other details

18Jan

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130-foot asteroid to come as close as 1.5 mn km to Earth; NASA reveals speed, and other details

[ad_1] Did you know that not all asteroids have the same composition? According to NASA, the three primary classifications of asteroids are C-type, S-type, and M-type. C-type asteroids, which are composed primarily of carbon-rich substances, are the most frequent. S-type asteroids, which are made up mainly of silicate minerals, are less common. M-type asteroids, which are primarily composed of metal, are the least prevalent. One asteroid, whose composition is still unknown, is set to pass Earth today, January 18. Know all about this close encounter.Asteroid 2024 AP2: DetailsAsteroid 2024 AP2 is expected to pass Earth at a distance of just 1.5 million kilometers and at a speed of 21189 kilometers per hour which is almost as fast as an Intercontinental Ballistic Missile (ICBM)! It is impo...

Asteroid set to pass Earth at a breakneck speed of 51636 kmph; NASA reveals size, other details

16Jan

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Asteroid set to pass Earth at a breakneck speed of 51636 kmph; NASA reveals size, other details

[ad_1] NASA says asteroids are ancient space rocks left over from the early formation of our solar system about 4.6 billion years ago. While most space rocks are located in the main asteroid belt between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter, they can also come close to Earth on some occasions, potentially posing a threat to the planet. But how does this happen? NASA says that the orbits of asteroids can be changed by Jupiter's massive gravity and by occasional close encounters with planets like Mars or other objects. These accidental encounters can knock asteroids out of the main belt and hurl them into space in all directions across the orbits of the other planets.With the help of its advanced space and ground-based telescopes, NASA has now revealed that an asteroid is expected to pass Earth...

NASA says 160-foot asteroid will pass Earth today; Check speed, distance, and more

15Jan

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NASA says 160-foot asteroid will pass Earth today; Check speed, distance, and more

[ad_1] In a new development, NASA's Defense Coordination Office (PDCO), responsible for monitoring the skies and watching various Near-Earth Objects (NEOs), has shed light on an asteroid that will pass Earth closely today, January 15. The asteroid was discovered and tracked using NASA's advanced instruments such as the NEOWISE telescope, Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA), Pans-STARRS1, and Catalina Sky Survey. Know all about the asteroid's close approach to Earth such as its speed, size, distance of approach, and more.Asteroid 2015 AK1: Speed, size, distance, and moreAccording to NASA's Center for Near-Earth Object Studies (CNEOS), the space rock has been designated Asteroid 2015 AK1. It is expected to pass Earth at a distance of approximately 6 million kilometers. It ...