Asteroid 2024 YR4: The Rock That Won’t Crash Our Holiday Party… Yet
2024 YR4, a newly spotted asteroid, drew astronomers' attention in late 2024 due to its close proximity to Earth. There is a 2.3% chance of collision, equating to 23 near-miss…
Space refers to the vast, seemingly infinite expanse that exists beyond the Earth and its atmosphere. It encompasses all celestial bodies, including planets, stars, galaxies, and other cosmic phenomena. Space is characterized by a near vacuum, meaning it has very low density and pressure, with very few particles and matter compared to Earth’s atmosphere. It is also the realm in which the laws of physics, as understood through the theories of relativity and quantum mechanics, play out. In broader terms, space can indicate the three-dimensional continuum in which objects and events occur and have relative position and direction. It is a fundamental concept in various fields, including astronomy, physics, and metaphysics, and is often associated with exploration, scientific study, and the search for extraterrestrial life.
2024 YR4, a newly spotted asteroid, drew astronomers' attention in late 2024 due to its close proximity to Earth. There is a 2.3% chance of collision, equating to 23 near-miss…