Summary:
- The article discusses the asteroid Apophis, which is predicted to make a close flyby of Earth in 2029. Apophis is a large, 1,100-foot-wide asteroid that has been closely monitored by astronomers for years.
- In 2029, Apophis will pass within 20,000 miles of Earth's surface, which is closer than the orbit of some of our communication satellites. This close approach will provide scientists with a unique opportunity to study the asteroid in detail.
- While Apophis poses no immediate threat of impacting Earth in 2029, the article notes that the close flyby could alter the asteroid's orbit, potentially putting it on a collision course with Earth in the future. Astronomers will be closely monitoring Apophis to understand its trajectory and potential risks.