Scientists discovered a new asteroid that is 60 meters wide and has a possibility of hitting the Earth in 2032. According to current data, the possible collision point covers an area extending from South America to the Atlantic Ocean and South Africa.
Experts announced that a new asteroid called “2024 YR4” will come very close to Earth in December 2032.
According to the European Space Agency (ESA) and NASA, this meteorite could come as close as 106 thousand kilometers to Earth.
However, considering the uncertainties in the orbit, there is also the possibility of it hitting Earth directly.
POSSIBLE COLLISION POINTS
According to current data, the possible collision point covers an area extending from South America to the Atlantic Ocean and South Africa. However, scientists state that definitive information will only emerge with further observations.
The size and structure of the asteroid are the most important factors determining the magnitude of its impact. According to estimates, “2024 YR4” is about 60 meters wide, but this measurement may change depending on the brightness of its surface.
IT WILL ALSO BE EXAMINED IN THE COMING YEARS Astronomers plan to make more accurate calculations by closely monitoring “2024 YR4” in the coming years.
The asteroid will pass closer to Earth in 2028, which will allow more precise data to be obtained about its size, structure and orbit.
As a result of these studies, it will be clear whether “2024 YR4” really poses a threat in 2032.
