Earth, Mini Moon

Earth Loses Its ‘Mini Moon’ As Surprising Origin Revealed—What To Know
Asteroid 2024 PT5, Earth's temporary mini-moon, is about to return to orbiting the sun after two months in orbit. A new study reveals that it could be a lunar fragment.
Earth bids farewell to its temporary ‘mini moon’ that is possibly a chunk of our actual moon
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Planet Earth is parting company with an asteroid that’s been tagging along as a “mini moon” for the past two months. The harmless space rock will peel away on Monday, overcome by the stronger tug of the sun’s gravity. But it will zip closer for a quick visit in January.
Earth has lost its mini-moon, which may have come from our main Moon
For the past two months, a small asteroid named 2024 PT5 has been keeping Earth company, acting as a "mini-moon." Now, it's set to drift away
Earth's 'second moon' is just visiting its cosmic parents for Thanksgiving
Earth's "second moon" won't be sticking around for Thanksgiving, but just as many of us will on Thursday (Nov. 28), it seems the asteroid was paying a visit to its relatives.
Scientists trace origin of Earth's mysterious 'minimoon' days before it escapes into space for 30 years
A new study reveals that the asteroid 2024 PT5, which has been orbiting Earth for 2 months, may have a "lunar origin." However, it is about to break free from our planet, making it tricky to tell for sure.
Asteroid 2024 PT5: Earth's 'Mini Moon' Bids Farewell Until 2055
Earth's 'Mini Moon' Bids Farewell Until 2055. Watch in for more details!
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Earth Bids Farewell to Its Temporary ‘Mini Moon’
CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — Planet Earth is parting company with an asteroid that’s been tagging along as a “mini moon” for ...
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Why aren't we crushed by the weight of Earth's atmosphere?
The boundary between Earth's atmosphere and outer space, the Kármán line, is about 62 miles (100 kilometers) above the planet ...
Earth ring theory may shed light on an unexplained ancient climate event, scientists say
Earth may have had a ring made up of a broken asteroid over 400 million years ago, a study finds. The Saturn-like feature ...
NASA spotted a very young planet. It could become a super-Earth.
Over many millions of years, NASA suspects the young world could mature into either of the most common planets found in our ...
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How amateur radio is connecting astronauts in space with kids on Earth
The Amateur Radio on the International Space Station (ARISS) aims to inspire and educate youth in STEM through connecting ...
Asteroid Apophis: New Mission To Visit Asteroid Coming Close To Earth In 2029
An asteroid the size of Manhattan’s Empire State Building will safely pass on April 13, 2029, in a once every 5,000 to 10,000 ...
Earth bids farewell to its temporary 'mini moon' that was possibly a chunk of our actual moon
Planet Earth is parting company with an asteroid that’s been tagging along as a “mini moon” for the past two months.
Earth Has Tilted 31.5 Inches. That Shouldn't Happen.
Pumping groundwater appears to have a greater consequence than ever previously thought. But now—thanks to a study published ...