Asteroids

These asteroids are celestial bodies, which are also called minor planets. They are small bodies around sun, and more so in the inner solar system. Find out more on asteroids by reading on.
Earth-Bound Asteroid to be Knocked Off by Russia
Russia is planning to knock off an asteroid that is bound for Earth.

What are Asteroids Made Of?
Asteroids, also known as minor planets or planetoids, are small rocky and metallic celestial bodies that orbit the Sun.

Impact of Asteroids
It is believed that the mass extinctions which took place millions of years ago, were triggered due to the impact of asteroids on the planet. This shows how destructive these celestial bodies can prove to be.

Interesting Facts about Asteroids
The movie 'Deep Impact', released in 1998, reiterates the fascination that human beings have with extraterrestrial objects. Right since the discovery of the first asteroid, Ceres, in the early 19th century, a lot of research has been done to learn more about asteroids. Here are some interesting facts that are the results of such intensive study on asteroids.