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A highly-detailed, realistic illustration of a small asteroid whizzing past the Earth at a close distance. The Earth is seen in the backdrop, appearing as it would from a satellite's perspective. The asteroid is small in comparison to the planet but still a significant celestial body. Its rugged, uneven surface reflects gradations of light and its motion gives a sense of rapid movement. Meanwhile, the celestial event takes place in the black expanse of outer space, scattered with distant stars and galaxies.

Small Asteroid Set to Pass Close to Earth

17 September 20245 April 2025Phoenix Sanders

Scientists have spotted a tiny asteroid, only 10 meters long, that is about to be captured by Earth’s gravity for a 53-day orbit. This small space rock, named 2024 PT5, will become a temporary “mini moon” before continuing its journey to the outer reaches of the solar system. In a recent study published in the […]