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Artwork of asteroid passing close to Earth
Asteroid approaching Earth. Illustration of an asteroid passing close to Earth. The asteroids (also called minor planets) are lumps of rock measuring 1-1000km wide. Over 4000 have been catalogued so far, but astronomers reckon the Solar System contains over 40, 000. Some asteroids follow an elliptical orbit, occasionally passing dangerously close to Earth. In 1989 a 300 metre wide asteroid came within 690, 000km of Earth. If a rock of this size hit the planet it could explode with the force of 100, 000 nuclear bombs
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Media ID 6426293
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17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.9cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases an awe-inspiring artwork depicting an asteroid passing perilously close to Earth. The illustration beautifully captures the intensity and magnitude of this celestial event. Asteroids, also known as minor planets, are massive chunks of rock ranging from 1 to 1000 kilometers in width. With over 4000 already catalogued by astronomers, it is believed that our Solar System harbors a staggering number exceeding 40,000 asteroids. Some of these space rocks follow elliptical orbits that occasionally bring them dangerously near our planet. In fact, history reminds us of a nerve-wracking encounter in 1989 when a colossal asteroid measuring 300 meters wide came within a mere distance of 690,000 kilometers from Earth's surface. To put its potential impact into perspective, scientists estimate that if such an enormous rock were to collide with our planet, the resulting explosion would unleash energy equivalent to the force generated by a staggering hundred thousand nuclear bombs. Through this mesmerizing artwork captured by Science Photo Library, we are reminded of both the beauty and inherent dangers present in our vast universe. It serves as a poignant reminder for humanity to continue exploring and understanding these cosmic wonders while working towards safeguarding our precious home amidst the infinite expanse of space.
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