Scientists detect a newly identified quasi-satellite orbiting close to Earth
Scientists have recently identified a new quasi-moon orbiting close to Earth—a small asteroid that has likely gone unnoticed for nearly six decades. The discovery sheds light on objects that share a similar orbital path to our planet. Named 2025 PN7, this space rock is classified as a near-Earth asteroid. It revolves around the sun in a yearly orbit much like Earth’s. What sets it apart is its consistent proximity to our planet during its journey around the sun. Unlike temporary satellites such
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