Mini Moon to Appear Starting Tomorrow: Asteroid 2024 PT5 to Orbit Earth

*September 29, 2024*: A fascinating celestial event is set to begin tomorrow as Earth will experience a “mini moon” with the arrival of asteroid 2024 PT5. The asteroid, measuring 33 feet in diameter and originating from the Arjuna asteroid belt, will be visible from September 29 to November 25 before it leaves Earth’s orbit due to gravitational forces.Though the asteroid will not be visible to the naked eye, stargazers can observe it using a telescope. Experts note that the arrival of such asteroids in Earth’s orbit is a natural phenomenon, with several similar events occurring in the past. These temporary moons, though fleeting, offer an exciting opportunity for astronomers and space enthusiasts to witness a close encounter with a celestial body.Asteroid 2024 PT5 is expected to leave Earth’s orbit by late November, providing a short but intriguing window for observation.

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