In an extraordinary cosmic event, Earth is about to capture a second moon for 53 days! The 2024 PT5, a small asteroid, is set to be temporarily caught in Earth’s gravitational pull, giving our planet a second "moon" for a short period of time. What is the 2024 PT5, and how does this happen? In this video, we break down the science behind this rare phenomenon, explain how asteroids like this get trapped in Earth’s orbit, and what it means for our night skies. Tune in to find out how this temporary mini-moon will orbit our planet and when you can catch a glimpse of it!
30 сен 2024
