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We are all aware of how dangerous space is. If objects in our universe target Earth, humanity could be wiped out in seconds. We may be physically strong, but for some objects in space ‘Earth’ is a piece of cake.
The greatest danger to humanity, if we are talking about space objects, is posed by asteroids. Evidence suggests that these terrifying space rocks destroyed the dinosaur age and have the power to wipe out humanity with little concern.
NASA has issued a warning about an asteroid that is moving fast towards the Earth and looks disturbed. The name of this dangerous rock is Asteroid 2023 JL2 and it is likely to come near the Earth tomorrow.
See also: NASA releases first photo of asteroid belt seen outside our solar system
The asteroid is 130 feet wide and is classified as an airplane-sized asteroid because of its size. It is a member of the Apollo group of near-Earth asteroids, which are space rocks that travel near Earth and have semi-major axes that are larger than Earth’s.
The giant rock is traveling at a whopping speed of 33666 km/h and is likely to make its closest approach to the planet tomorrow, May 20, so keep an eye on the skies.
NASA monitors these asteroids by analyzing data obtained by several telescopes and observatories, including Pan-STARRS, the Catalina Sky Survey and the NeoWise telescope. NASA also plans to launch the NEO Surveyor mission in 2026, which will use a new orbiter to collect more detailed data.
We are all aware of how dangerous space is. If objects in our universe target Earth, humanity could be wiped out in seconds. We may be physically strong, but for some objects in space ‘Earth’ is a piece of cake.
The greatest danger to humanity, if we are talking about space objects, is posed by asteroids. Evidence suggests that these terrifying space rocks destroyed the dinosaur age and have the power to wipe out humanity with little concern.
NASA has issued a warning about an asteroid that is moving fast towards the Earth and looks disturbed. The name of this dangerous rock is Asteroid 2023 JL2 and it is likely to come near the Earth tomorrow.
See also: NASA releases first photo of asteroid belt seen outside our solar system
The asteroid is 130 feet wide and is classified as an airplane-sized asteroid because of its size. It is a member of the Apollo group of near-Earth asteroids, which are space rocks that travel near Earth and have semi-major axes that are larger than Earth’s.
The giant rock is traveling at a whopping speed of 33666 km/h and is likely to make its closest approach to the planet tomorrow, May 20, so keep an eye on the skies.
NASA monitors these asteroids by analyzing data obtained by several telescopes and observatories, including Pan-STARRS, the Catalina Sky Survey and the NeoWise telescope. NASA also plans to launch the NEO Surveyor mission in 2026, which will use a new orbiter to collect more detailed data.
