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Earth doesn't really have a second moon—but here's what would happen if we did
If you were hoping to see the “mini moon,” you’ve probably been disappointed. But experts say the asteroid was an important milestone in planetary defense research.
Does Earth have a second moon? Here’s what one famous scientist says
One prominent voice challenging reports on Earth's "second moon" or "mini-moon" is the host of the recent iteration of "Cosmos," who called these reports "clickbait."
Earth has a new min-moon. How you can try to see it while it's here
This month, Earth will briefly gain a second moon, a small asteroid known as 2024 PT5. You'll need some special equipment to see it!
Earth’s temporary 2nd moon has arrived: What you need to know
The asteroid will remain in Earth’s orbit from now until Nov. 25, when it will exit and continue its journey through the solar system. “There’s no way for small telescopes t
Earth’s 2nd moon is here: What you need to know
A second moon has officially entered Earth’s orbit. As of September 29th, the mini-moon began circling our planet. Although it’s being called a mini-moon, it’s actually an
Earth’s 2nd ‘moon’ has arrived: What you need to know
The tiny asteroid will remain in Earth’s orbit from now until Nov. 25, when it will exit and continue its journey through the solar system. “There’s no way for small telescopes to see this mini-moon.
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Can you see Earth's new 'mini-moon' with the naked eye?
Sept. 29, Earth captured a new "mini-moon" called 2024 PT5. The bus-size asteroid is expected to orbit our planet for 57 days ...
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Changes in The Moon's Gravity Hint at Unexpected Movement Deep Beneath Its Surface
"The presence of an LVZ at the lower base of the lunar mantle may be most readily explained by partial melt in an ...
A Spacecraft Could Help Find Life on a Jovian Moon
Use precise geolocation data and actively scan device characteristics for identification. This is done to store and access ...
Moon Was Stolen, Claim Astronomers Challenging Lunar Origin Story
Rather than forming from an ancient collision between Earth and another planet, the moon may have been snatched from another ...
Earth's new mini moon: Will we be able to see it in Illinois?
Earth's orbit will temporarily capture a mini moon — a tiny asteroid called Asteroid 2024 PT5. Local educators tell us ...
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The Sky This Week from October 4 to 11: Enjoy a First Quarter Moon
The terminator sweeps across the Moon, Comet Tsuchinshan-ATLAS continues to wow, and Jupiter reaches a stationary point in ...
What Is Black Moon Lilith? Why It's Rocking Our Relationships Right Now
The last time Black Moon Lilith in Libra swept the sky was from October 2006 to July 2007. As Libra is associated with ...
Argo Space’s plan to power orbital tugs with moon water pulls in $7.9M
Argo Space Corporation aims to contribute to both these capabilities with a reusable orbital transfer vehicle that can be ...