Two Asteroids, One Day: Close Encounter with Earth Brings Relief

New Delhi:Today, Earth will have a close encounter with two asteroids - Asteroid 2024 RO11 and Asteroid 2020 GE. While the idea of asteroids passing by our planet may sound alarming, NASA's Jet Propulsion Laboratory has assured that both asteroids will safely fly by without any impact on Earth. The larger of the two, Asteroid 2024 RO11, measures around 120 feet in diameter and will pass at a distance of 4.58 million miles from our planet.
Although this may seem like a long distance, it is considered relatively close in astronomical terms. On the other hand, Asteroid 2020 GE, measuring 26 feet in diameter, will come even closer at a distance of 410,000 miles - just beyond the Moon's orbit. While these may seem like significant distances, they are still considered a close call in our vast universe.
NASA has been closely monitoring these asteroids and has determined that there is no cause for concern. So, while we may not be able to see these asteroids with our naked eyes, it is still a fascinating reminder of the wonders and mysteries of our universe.