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Apollo group asteroid to come as close as 2.3 mn km to Earth; NASA reveals its speed, size, and more
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Apollo group asteroid to come as close as 2.3 mn km to Earth; NASA reveals its speed, size, and more

[ad_1] NASA, with the help of its advanced space and ground-based telescopes, has recently tracked an asteroid that is set to pass Earth at very close quarters today, January 6, and the US space agency has shed light on details such as its speed, distance of approach, and more. Apart from posing a threat to Earth, asteroids can also provide valuable resources such as water, metals, and other minerals. In fact, it is surmised that water was brought to Earth by asteroids and comets over a period in excess of millions of years. Research on asteroids is critical since it can provide valuable information on the early stages of the solar system and planetary development. Know all about the asteroid that is set to pass Earth in the coming days. Asteroid 2024 AC: DetailsThe asteroid, given the ...