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Is the mini-moon from 1981 and 2022 coming back to Earth in 2051? History, importance and future of mini moons
Earth's gravity briefly captured asteroid 2024 PT5, turning it into a temporary mini-moon. This rare event, lasting from September to November 2024, allows scientists to study space rocks up close. Asteroid 2024 PT5 joins a small group of asteroids, including 2022 NX1 and 2006 RH120, that have temporarily orbited Earth, offering valuable insights into space dynamics and planetary defense.