noun a small rocky body orbiting the sun, typically found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter
Asteroids are small rocky bodies that orbit the sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.
Studying asteroids can provide insights into the early solar system and planetary formation.
Asteroids are of interest to space agencies for potential mining and planetary defense purposes.
Asteroids play a role in understanding celestial mechanics and the dynamics of the solar system.
Asteroids are studied by astronomers to better understand the formation and evolution of the solar system.
Geologists study asteroid impacts on Earth to learn more about past mass extinctions and geologic history.
Space scientists analyze asteroid compositions and trajectories to assess potential threats to Earth and plan future space missions.
Astrophysicists use asteroids as natural laboratories to study the physical and chemical processes that occur in space.
Planetary scientists study asteroids to gain insights into the formation and composition of planets in our solar system.