Jeddah Astronomy: Asteroid Near Earth
Today, an asteroid approximately one kilometer in size, known as (152637) 1997 NC1, passed close to Earth at a distance of about 2.6 million kilometers. This was its closest approach since 1600. Although its trajectory remains safe and far from collision risk, such objects could cause catastrophic effects if they were to strike our planet. Space agencies continuously monitor near-Earth objects to provide early detection of potential hazards.
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