Look to the skies as a result of at the moment is Worldwide Asteroid Day. Formally acknowledged by the UN to deliver consciousness to Asteroids.

In films and media (and historical past) asteroids are sometimes depicted as apocalyptic. Whereas the believable menace could also be overstated, a real asteroid impression may wreak havoc. It’s essential we research and monitor these minor planets. On the far much less bleak facet, Asteroids are an interesting function of our photo voltaic system.

“Asteroid Day brings the worldwide house group collectively, to coach and study house, the historical past of our photo voltaic system, the way forward for house exploration, and planetary protection,” Markus Payer, Chair of the Asteroid Basis stated. “We wish to entice the general public and younger folks to this sector which performs an more and more essential function within the improvement of our economic system and society. We thank our sponsors and companions and stay up for making Asteroid Day 2023 one other success.”

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