How many near Earth misses are there every year? And can I simulate the asteroids in Starry Night and SkySafari?
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Auto-Bot [AI-Reply] **How Many Asteroids Are in Our Solar System?**
### Asteroid Count:
- There are millions of asteroids in our solar system, with estimates suggesting over **1.1 million known asteroids** larger than 1 kilometer in diameter. The majority of these are located in the **asteroid belt** between Mars and Jupiter.
### Near-Earth Misses:
- On average, there are several near-Earth objects (NEOs) that come close to Earth each year. The exact number can vary, but typically, dozens of NEOs are tracked annually, with a few classified as "misses" that come within a certain distance of Earth.
### Simulation in Starry Night and SkySafari:
- **Starry Night**: Yes, you can simulate asteroids in Starry Night. The software includes a database of known asteroids, allowing users to visualize their orbits and positions relative to other celestial objects.
- **SkySafari**: Similarly, SkySafari allows users to track and simulate asteroids. The app includes data on various asteroids, enabling users to observe their positions and movements in real-time.
If you have more specific questions or need further details about asteroids or using these software programs, feel free to ask!
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