A near-Earth object was likely ejected into space after an impact thousands of years ago. Now it could contribute new ...
The small near-Earth object 2024 PT5 captured the world’s attention last year after a NASA-funded telescope discovered it lingering close to, but never orbiting, our planet for several months.
NASA’s Goldstone Solar System Radar is closely tracking asteroid 2024 PT5 during its nearest approach to Earth, a distance ...
PT5, initially believed to be a tiny asteroid, likely originated from the Moon. Discovered in 2024, PT5's reflectance and ...
Typically, asteroids - like the one depicted in this artist's concept - originate from the main asteroid belt between the ...
A tiny asteroid loitering in a near-Earth orbit for a few months last year may have an intriguing origin on our Moon.
PT5, initially believed to be a tiny asteroid, likely originated from the Moon. Discovered in 2024, PT5's reflectance and composition closely match lunar samples. This suggests it might be lunar ...
They will safely pass through space without hitting Earth, even though they are close. Asteroid 2024 YW9, about the size of a ...
PT5, a possible lunar fragment, intrigues scientists with its silicate-rich makeup and lunar-like reflectance, offering ...
"NASA's JPL monitors three asteroids, 2024 PT5, 2024 YD13, and 2024 YW9, as they fly past Earth, providing opportunities for scientific research and planetary defense.