Asteroid set to be nearest to Earth since 1600s can be seen from Canada
A large asteroid named 1997 NC1 is set to pass Earth at its closest distance since the 1600s this weekend. While it is classified as a potentially hazardous asteroid, experts note it will remain millions of kilometers away.
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Understanding the trajectory of near-Earth objects is critical for planetary defense and scientific monitoring of potential cosmic threats.
A large asteroid experts believe to be as big as three CN Towers stacked on top of each other is about to pass Earth this weekend at its nearest point since the 17th century, and will be visible from parts of Canada.
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