Name of asteroid that'll pass very close

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The asteroid named Apophis is scheduled to pass very close to Earth in 2029. This significant event has garnered attention due to the size of Apophis and its trajectory, which brings it uncomfortably close to our planet. For more detailed information, the NASA Near Earth Object Program website provides updates and specifics regarding Apophis and other near-Earth objects.

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Hello again,

Once again my brain has failed me and I can't find it with google...

What's the name of the asteroid that will pass very close to us in the near future?

Also the date/time when it will pass?

Oh... 10q, 10q, 10q!
Rusty
 
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Perhaps you are thinking of apophis, which is due for a visit in 2029. See
http://neo.jpl.nasa.gov/apophis/
It's a bigun and tends to get uncomfortably close to earth.
 

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