A team of astronomers from the University of Hawaii has identified a new celestial body, officially designated as 2025 PN7, which is classified as a quasi-moon. This discovery was made during the summer of 2025, and scientists estimate that its size ranges from 18 to 36 meters in width, similar to that of a small building.
Unlike the Moon, which is firmly bound by Earth”s gravitational pull, 2025 PN7 does not have a gravitational connection to our planet. Instead, this quasi-moon orbits the Sun independently while maintaining a trajectory that closely resembles Earth”s own orbit. This relationship can be likened to two runners on a track, where both travel at comparable speeds and stay in proximity without being physically linked.
The presence of this new quasi-moon will last until 2083, providing researchers with valuable opportunities to study its behavior and the dynamics of its orbit in relation to Earth. This discovery adds to our understanding of celestial bodies that share similar paths within our solar system, contributing to ongoing research in astronomy and planetary science.
