A massive 460-ft wide 'Christmas asteroid' will speed past Earth this week

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A massive 460-ft wide 'Christmas asteroid' will speed past Earth this week
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A Christmas asteroid is making its way past Earth this week and the ESA has challenged stargazers to spot it.

by simulating the crash and subsequent deaths that would follow.

Those looking to get a shot of the asteroid as it speeds past Earth in the coming days will need to look hard, as the asteroid will not shine brightly in the night sky. Additionally, because its closest approach to Earth will only bring it within 420,000 miles, it will still be a good distance away from us, even at its nearest point.

This Christmas asteroid isn’t likely to make any big headlines as it speeds past our planet this week but knowing that it is out there is more than enough for some stargazers who might want a chance at seeing it. Plus, with space agencies working to, small asteroids that don’t pose a threat are still a great thing to keep an eye on.

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