2023-11-12 01:23:01
Although Earth is unlikely to be annihilated by a celestial object for a long time, several large asteroids will pass near our planet in the coming months.
Mailonline decided to present some of these asteroids that astronomy enthusiasts can observe if they have access to a telescope.
Here are 5 asteroids that will pass near Earth by the end of the year:
139622 (2001 QQ142)
Apollo-class asteroid
Between 347 m and 1,552 km in diameter. Its size is similar to that of the Golden Gate.
It travels at a speed of 23,900 km/h.
On December 6, 2023, it will be 5.5 million kilometers from Earth.
341843 (2008 EV5)
Asteroid of the Aten group
Its diameter is 400 meters and its size is similar to that of the US Capitol.
It travels at a speed of 19,200 km/h.
It will pass 6.3 million km from Earth on December 20, 2023.
2019 CZ2
Apollo-class asteroid
Very small asteroid, its size is equivalent to that of a school bus. Its diameter varies between 21 and 94 meters.
Its speed is 20,900 km/h.
This asteroid will approach at 1.1 million km on November 25, 2023.
2020 Y
Apollo-class asteroid
Also small in size, this asteroid has a diameter ranging from 31 to 70 m. Its size is similar to that of Big Ben in London.
It travels at 59,800 km/h.
On December 23, 2023, it will be 1.3 million kilometers from our planet.
2013 VX4
Apollo-class asteroid
As big as the Statue of Liberty in New York, this asteroid has a diameter ranging from 44 to 99 meters.
This asteroid travels at a speed of 23,600 km/h.
Its closest passage to Earth will take place on December 4, 2023, when it will be 1.9 million km from our planet.
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