A NASA study has reclassified a celestial body previously thought to be an asteroid. This object, known as 1998 SH2, is now identified as a comet. Researchers used advanced observatories to detect its faint tail and activity. This discovery aids in identifying potential space dangers and misclassified objects. Future missions will help track such celestial bodies more accurately.
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July 18, 2026 at 7:15 AM
NASA discovers ‘asteroid’ near Earth is actually a hidden comet after decades of mystery
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