Planetary

Asteroid 2024 PT5 Linked to Lunar Surface, Reveals Planetary Defense Insights

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A space rock named 2024 PT5, resembling the size of a school bus, lingered near Earth for almost two months last year. The asteroid, which returned in January and passed safely at a distance of 1.1 million miles, is believed to have originated from the moon. New research suggests it may have been ejected from … Read more

Trillions of Comets Found in 74 Alien Star Systems, Unveiling Exocomets and Planetary Belts

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A vast number of icy exocomets have been identified orbiting 74 star systems, unveiling a complex picture of planetesimal belts situated far from their parent stars. These belts, comprised of millimeter-sized particles generated by cometary collisions, highlight the intricate processes shaping planetary systems. Observations suggest that these cold, distant regions could play a crucial role … Read more