| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Asteroid Designation | 2026 QQ8 |
| Discovery Reported | 29 October 2026, by International Astronomical Union's Minor Planet Center |
| Approximate Diameter | 2 metres |
| Closest Distance (Earth) | About 568,000 kilometres |
| Type of Object | Mini-moon (temporary natural satellite of Earth) |
| Scientific Significance | Study of near-Earth objects, temporary gravitational capture, orbital dynamics |
Astronomers Identify Temporary Mini-Moon 2026 QQ8 Orbiting Earth
06 November, 2026
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