Astronomy

SOURCE www.foxnews.com
The Perseverance rover captures footage of Phobos passing in front of the sun on Mars. An asteroid that has been orbiting Earth will peel away soon. NASA will observe the asteroid using a radar antenna in January. The asteroid will return in 2055, making a temporary lap around Earth.

Key Points

  • Perseverance rover footage of Phobos passing in front of the sun
  • Asteroid will peel away from Earth soon
  • NASA to observe asteroid with radar antenna in January
  • Asteroid will return in 2055

Pros

  • Opportunity to deepen scientists' understanding of the asteroid
  • Exciting observation of Phobos on Mars

Cons

  • Limited visibility of the asteroid without a powerful telescope