Summary
Astronomers discovered over 11,000 asteroids, including 33 new near-Earth objects (NEOs), using the Vera C. Rubin Observatory. These findings were reported to the International Astronomical Union's Minor Planet Center. None of the newly found NEOs pose a threat to Earth.
Key Facts
- Over 11,000 new asteroids were discovered by astronomers.
- These discoveries were made through observations at the Vera C. Rubin Observatory.
- The International Astronomical Union's Minor Planet Center received this data submission.
- Among the new finds are 33 near-Earth objects that come close to the Sun.
- There is no threat to Earth from these newly discovered near-Earth objects.
- The largest of these NEOs is about 1,640 feet wide.
- The observatory aims to find many more NEOs, some of which might be potentially hazardous.
- The Rubin Observatory's work is important for tracking objects that could impact Earth.
