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Asteroid larger than the Pyramid of Giza is about to pass between Earth and the Moon

Asteroid larger than the Pyramid of Giza is about to pass between Earth and the Moon

Detecting and tracking such asteroids is crucial to understanding the dynamics of near-Earth objects.

Saturday (6/29) at one Asteroid larger than the Great Pyramid of Giza You will pass closely between Land And the moon. It is called 2024 MK and this newly discovered asteroid It’s not a risk For our planet.

It was discovered by astronomers in South Africa just two weeks ago asteroid A skyscraper-sized planet will pass Earth at its closest approach at a distance of about 295,000 kilometers. At about 146 meters in diameter, 2024 MK is larger than a 40-story building or The Great Pyramid of Giza.

NASA says the asteroid will travel at an astonishing speed of about 34,000 kilometers per hour during its closest approach. Despite its size and proximity, 2024 MK poses no threat to Earth.

Detecting and tracking such asteroids is crucial for understanding NEO dynamics and assessing any future risks.

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