NASA scientists predict Earth will capture a temporary "second moon" this weekend
The "mini-moon" is a tiny asteroid named 2024 PT5, orbiting the sun as part of the Arjuna belt near Earth.
Unlike our 4-billion-year companion moon, this asteroid is a temporary visitor, departing before year's end.
According to NASA's data, the capture starts on September 29th and ends on November 25th.
Though exciting, Earth capturing asteroids is quite common, with short captures happening several times a decade.
Unlike a true moon, 2024 PT5 won't fully orbit Earth, behaving more like a "window shopper" in celestial terms.
Despite the "second moon" title, 2024 PT5 is too small and faint for naked-eye viewing.
