Earth to Temporarily Gain a Second Moon This Autumn
This autumn, Earth will temporarily gain a second moon as asteroid 2024 PT5 is captured by our planet’s gravity. Expected to appear on September 29 and remain in orbit for two months, this mini-moon will be too dim for the naked eye but detectable by professional telescopes. Discover the fascinating journey of this small asteroid and its implications for astronomy.
Minimoons: The Key to Unlocking Secrets of the Early Solar System
Discover the secrets of the early solar system by studying Earth’s ‘minimoons’ or ‘quasi-moons’, which could provide valuable clues about the origins of our solar system. These tiny cosmic bodies, located near Earth’s orbit, may hold the key to understanding the conditions and composition of the early solar system, making them prime candidates for scientific exploration.