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Earth's Temporary 'Minimoon' Revealed: Origins and Future Explored

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Source: Livescience.com
Earth's Temporary 'Minimoon' Revealed: Origins and Future Explored
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A new study suggests that the temporary Earth-orbiting asteroid 2024 PT5 may have originated from the moon, possibly ejected by a collision millions of years ago. This minimoon, which has been orbiting Earth for two months, will soon leave and won't return for 30 years. Researchers found similarities between 2024 PT5 and lunar ejecta, but lack sufficient data to confirm its origin. Minimoons like 2024 PT5 are of interest for potential use in space exploration as bases for supplies and fuel.

Topics:science#asteroid#earth-orbit#lunar-origin#minimoon#science#space-exploration
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