Understanding Apophis: Key facts about the near-Earth asteroid set to fly in 2029 | – Times of India
Apophis, officially designated 99942 Apophis, is a near-Earth asteroid that has captured global attention since its discovery in 2004. Initially estimated to have a 2.7% chance of impacting Earth in 2029, this asteroid sparked widespread media coverage and public interest. Fortunately, further observations confirmed that it will not collide with our planet, including during its…