nasa two moons earth asteroid Earth is temporarily hosting a second moon, according to NASA, which is expected to stay in orbit until 2083. The newly identified mini-moon, significantly smaller than our primary Moon, is thought to be a captured asteroid that got trapped by Earth’s gravity.
Astronomers highlight that the discovery provides a rare chance to study a near-Earth object in close proximity. “This mini-moon is an exciting natural laboratory for understanding orbital mechanics and asteroid characteristics,” said a NASA scientist.
While it is too small to be visible to the naked eye, the object is under continuous observation using telescopes and radar tracking. Scientists stress that this tiny moon poses no danger, and its stable orbit offers an unprecedented opportunity for research in planetary science.
