Asteroid Studies refers to the scientific examination and analysis of asteroids, which are small rocky bodies that orbit the Sun, primarily found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. This field encompasses various aspects, including the physical and chemical properties of asteroids, their composition, internal structures, and surface characteristics. Researchers utilize telescopes, spacecraft missions, and computer simulations to gather data on asteroids’ orbits, dynamics, and potential impacts on Earth. Asteroid Studies also involve assessing the potential for resource extraction from these bodies, understanding their role in the solar system’s formation and evolution, and investigating the possibilities of planetary defense against potentially hazardous asteroids. This interdisciplinary field combines elements of astronomy, planetary science, geology, and physics to further our understanding of these celestial objects.
New research has unveiled groundbreaking findings about the timing of a pivotal event in our Solar System's history – the migration of the giant planets to their current positions. Previous…