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Asteroid to be visible to stargazers on Saturday
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A large asteroid, (152637) 1997 NC1, will pass safely by Earth this Saturday. Stargazers may be able to view it with small telescopes or binoculars, though the bright moon may hinder visibility.
Why it matters
Provides public interest information regarding space events and confirms there is no threat to Earth.
A large asteroid that will zoom harmlessly past Earth on Saturday will be visible to stargazers using a small telescope or large binoculars, according to the European Space Agency (ESA).
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Confidence: 95%
Factual reporting based on European Space Agency data.
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