Earth's recent "mini-moon" asteroid 2024 PT5 didn't stick around for Thanksgiving, but don't be sad. It will be back... but ...
However, this mini-moon is going to be less bright and small ... This asteroid, 2024 PT5, is from the Arjuna asteroid belt, which contains rocks with orbits that are very similar to Earth's.
Earth's temporary mini moon, 2024 PT5, will depart Nov. 25. Credit: Two-Meter Twin Telescope / Light Bridges / Instituto de Astrofísica de Canarias A mini moon that will bid farewell to ...
You may unsubscribe at any time. It's unlikely you'll see the mini-moon. NASA says the absolute magnitude of 2024 PT5 is 27.593. That means it's quite dim and won't be visible even if you have ...