Astronomy Picture of the Day · March 22, 2004

Asteroid 2004 FH Whizzes By

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for March 22, 2004 is “Asteroid 2004 FH Whizzes By,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: S. Sposetti & R. Behrend ( Geneva Obs. )). The original explanation runs about 164 words.

From the explanation

“Last week, a small asteroid approached unusually close to the Earth. Asteroid 2004 FH posed no danger, but became bright enough to see with binoculars.”

— APOD editors, March 22, 2004

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: March 22, 2004
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: S. Sposetti & R. Behrend ( Geneva Obs. )
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 164 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, March 22, 2004 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2004-march-22-asteroid-2004-fh-whizzes-by

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