Earth Second Moon: Earth to get second moon from September 29 to November 25; How to watch | – Times of India
This is an AI-generated image, used for representational purposes only. Earth is set to gain a temporary "mini-moon" this autumn in the form of a small asteroid named 2024 PT5. The asteroid, about 33 feet (10 metres) wide, will orbit our planet for roughly two months, from September 29 to November 25, before escaping Earth's gravitational pull. The findings, published in the Research Notes of the American Astronomical Society, indicate that this rare occurrence highlights the dynamic activity of our solar system.How to watchDespite its status as a moon, 2024 PT5 will not be visible to the naked eye, as it is composed of dull rock. Even with binoculars or home telescopes, it will remain difficult to observe. However, professional telescopes will be able to capture images of this asteroid as...