Apophis Asteroid 2029 April 13th Friday 2029 on Earth

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Apophis Asteroid 2029 April 13th Friday 2029 on Earth

Apophis is a near-Earth asteroid that caused a bit of concern when it was discovered in 2004 due to initial calculations suggesting a small possibility of impact with Earth in 2029. However, further observations ruled out any impact for that year. Apophis will pass within 31,300 kilometers (19,400 miles) of Earth’s surface on April 13, 2029, which is indeed a close encounter, but it will not collide with our planet. The likelihood of Apophis impacting Earth in the foreseeable future is very low. Astronomers continue to monitor its orbit for any potential future close approaches.

On April 13, 2029, Apophis will pass less than 20,000 miles (32,000 kilometers) from our planet’s surface – closer than the distance of geosynchronous satellites. During that 2029 close approach, Apophis will be visible to observers on the ground in the Eastern Hemisphere without the aid of a telescope or binoculars.

Size and DistanceApophis is about 1,100 feet (340 meters) in width. It’s expected to safely pass close to Earth – within 19,794 miles (31,860 kilometers) from our planet’s surface – on April 13, 2029. This will be the closest approach to Earth by an asteroid of this size that scientists have known about in advance.

What is going to happen in April 13 2029?

Fortunately, the asteroid bearing its name poses no such threat. Much like Earth, Apophis orbits the sun, periodically approaching our planet. The upcoming close encounter on April 13, 2029, is set to bring Apophis closer than any recorded instance in history, making it visible to the naked eye across various regions.

The good news is that you can rest assured – asteroid Apophis will not hit Earth on April 13, 2029, or any time in the next 100 years for that matter.

Here’s a breakdown of what we know about Apophis and its 2029 approach:

  • Close Flyby, Not Impact: While Apophis will indeed make a close approach on April 13, 2029, it will safely zip past Earth at a distance much closer than geosynchronous communication satellites (around 19,600 miles or 31,600 kilometers from Earth’s surface).
  • Reduced Threat: Earlier observations suggested a potential impact, but thanks to further study, astronomers have ruled out any collision risk for at least the next century.

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