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Bookmark or Share- Apophis - NASA ScienceOverview. Asteroid 99942 Apophis is a near-Earth object (NEO) estimated to be about 1,100 feet (335 meters) across. When it was discovered in 2004, Apophis was identified as one of the most hazardous asteroids that could impact Earth. But that impact assessment changed after astronomers tracked Apophis, and its orbit became better determined.
- ESA - Apophis - European Space Agency2029 Earth flyby. On 13 April 2029, asteroid Apophis will come within 32 000 km of Earth’s surface. It will be the closest approach of an asteroid of this size that humankind has ever known about in advance. During the approach, Apophis will be significantly affected by Earth’s mighty gravity.
- 99942 Apophis - WikipediaApophis is the Greek name of Apep, an enemy of the Ancient Egyptian sun-god Ra. He is the Uncreator, an evil serpent that dwells in the eternal darkness of the Duat and tries to swallow Ra during his nightly passage. Apep is held at bay by Set, the Ancient Egyptian god of storms and the desert.
- Apophis: The infamous asteroid we thought might hit us | SpaceApophis is an asteroid that became notorious in 2004 as a potential threat to Earth. Also known as asteroid 99942, the near-Earth object is estimated to be about 1,100 feet (340 meters) across...
- NASA Analysis: Earth Is Safe From Asteroid Apophis for 100-Plus YearsOn April 13, 2029, the asteroid 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.
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