Webb Space Telescope takes important pictures of asteroid 2024 YR4.
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The Webb telescope took pictures of an asteroid. This asteroid worried scientists earlier this year. It was once thought to have a small chance of hitting Earth in 2032.
The asteroid is called 2024 YR4. Now, scientists say it is very unlikely to hit Earth. But there is a small chance it could hit the moon.
NASA and ESA shared the photos of the asteroid. It looks like a blurry spot in the pictures. The Webb telescope showed the asteroid is about 200 feet wide.
Andrew Rivkin said the Webb observations are very helpful. They help us study other asteroids that might be dangerous. Telescopes on Earth have also been watching this asteroid.
Rivkin mentioned that this helps us learn about similar objects. This knowledge can help with future asteroids. It can help us understand any future asteroids that may come our way.
Questions
What did the Webb telescope take pictures of?
The Webb telescope took pictures of an asteroid.
What is the name of the asteroid?
The asteroid is called 2024 YR4.
Why are the observations from the Webb telescope helpful?
They help us study other asteroids that might be dangerous.
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