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Tracking and monitoring of asteroids
NASA uses its control panel called Asteroid Watch to track near-Earth objects. This system provides information on the date of approach, the estimated size of the asteroid and its distance from Earth. Objects that exceed 150 meters and They are within a range of 4.6 million miles (approximately 7.5 million kilometers) are classified as potentially dangerous.
In addition to the warning about asteroids, a astronomical phenomenon rare: Earth temporarily captured an asteroid which acts as a “minimoon”. This asteroid, called 2024 PT5, has a diameter of approximately 10 meters and will remain in orbit around Earth for 57 days. Discovered on August 7, 2024, this asteroid comes from Arjuna asteroid belt.
It should be noted that, through the study of this asteroid, valuable data can be obtained about the composition and dynamics of celestial bodies. However, its small size means it does not pose a significant threat, unlike the larger asteroids approaching today.
Although the presence of nearby asteroids can cause concern, it is important to remain calm. NASA and other scientific organizations are watching these celestial bodies carefullythus ensuring that appropriate measures are taken in case any real threat materializes. Stay informed through trusted sources and follow developments related to these asteroids, as well as others astronomical events that may arise in the future.
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