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What is the name of the asteroid that will modify its orbit during its close approach to Earth in 2029?
What is the name of the asteroid that will modify its orbit during its close approach to Earth in 2029?
- Chaos
- Hercules
- Aldebaran
- Apophis (correct)
What is expected to occur as a result of the asteroid Apophis's close approach to Earth?
What is expected to occur as a result of the asteroid Apophis's close approach to Earth?
- It will break apart into smaller asteroids.
- Its orbit will remain unchanged.
- It will be reclassified. (correct)
- It will collide with the Earth.
In what year will Apophis make its close approach to Earth?
In what year will Apophis make its close approach to Earth?
- 2029 (correct)
- 2028
- 2025
- 2030
What is the nickname given to the asteroid Apophis?
What is the nickname given to the asteroid Apophis?
What type of event is Apophis's approach in 2029 classified as?
What type of event is Apophis's approach in 2029 classified as?
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Asteroid Apophis
Asteroid Apophis
A large asteroid whose orbit will be altered by a close approach to Earth in 2029.
Orbit alteration
Orbit alteration
A change in the path of an asteroid around the sun, often caused by a gravitational interaction.
2029 close approach
2029 close approach
A predicted near-Earth passage of asteroid Apophis.
Reclassification
Reclassification
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Study Notes
Asteroid Apophis
- Asteroid Apophis is nicknamed "God of Chaos"
- Its orbit around the Sun will be altered by a close approach to Earth in 2029
- This close approach will lead to a reclassification of the asteroid
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