A Space Rock Near Earth

May 13, 2026, 16:08
EuropeScience

Introduction

A space rock called 2026 JH2 will fly near Earth on May 18.

Main Body

Scientists found this rock with big telescopes. It is small. It is between 16 and 36 meters wide. The rock will be 90,000 kilometers from Earth. This is close in space, but it is safe. It will not hit us. Scientists want to study the rock. They want to learn how to find other rocks in space. This helps keep Earth safe.

Conclusion

The rock will pass Earth safely on May 18. It gives scientists important information.

Learning

🛰ī¸ The 'Will' Pattern

When we talk about the future (things that have not happened yet), we use will.

Examples from the text:

  • will fly → moving in the future
  • will be → a future state
  • will not hit → a future negative

The Rule: Subject + will + Action (Example: It will pass Earth)

📏 Describing Size

To describe how big something is, we use between [Number] and [Number].

  • Between 16 and 36 meters wide.

This is used when we are not 100% sure of the exact number, but we know the range.

💡 Key Word Shift

Near →\rightarrow Close to Safe →\rightarrow Not in danger

Vocabulary Learning

space
the area beyond the Earth's atmosphere
Example:I love looking at the space on a clear night.
rock (n.)
a solid mineral material that forms part of the earth's crust
Example:The children collected a small rock from the beach.
rock
a solid mineral material
Example:The rock was smooth and cold.
space (n.)
the area outside Earth where stars and planets are found
Example:Astronauts travel into space to study the stars.
fly
to move through the air
Example:Birds can fly high in the sky.
fly (v.)
to move through the air
Example:The bird will fly north for the winter.
big (adj.)
large in size or amount
Example:She has a big house on the hill.
near
close in distance
Example:The store is near my house.
big
large in size
Example:She has a big smile.
small (adj.)
not large; of a limited size
Example:The kitten is small and soft.
small
little in size
Example:He grew up in a small town.
kilometers (n.)
a unit of distance equal to 1,000 meters
Example:The city is 50 kilometers from the airport.
close
nearby
Example:The concert is close to the city center.
close (adj.)
near in distance or time
Example:The store is close to my school.
safe
not dangerous
Example:The bridge is safe for cars.
safe (adj.)
not dangerous or harmful
Example:It is safe to walk in the park at night.
find
discover or locate
Example:I will find the lost key.
hit (v.)
to strike or collide with something
Example:The ball will hit the target if you aim well.
important
of great significance
Example:It is important to study.
study (v.)
to learn about something by reading or observing
Example:He will study biology at university.
information
facts or knowledge
Example:She gave me useful information.
learn (v.)
to gain knowledge or skill
Example:She will learn to speak French.
find (v.)
to discover or locate
Example:I will find my keys in the drawer.
helps (v.)
to give assistance or support
Example:The guide helps tourists find the museum.
keep (v.)
to maintain or continue
Example:Keep your promises to earn trust.
pass (v.)
to move by or through
Example:The train will pass the station in five minutes.
information (n.)
facts or data about something
Example:She received information from the teacher.
important (adj.)
of great value or significance
Example:It is important to eat healthy food.
scientists (n.)
people who study and research the natural world
Example:Scientists discover new species in the rainforest.
telescopes (n.)
instruments that help us see far away objects
Example:The astronomer uses a telescope to observe planets.
meters (n.)
a unit of length equal to 100 centimeters
Example:The room is 5 meters long.
wide (adj.)
having a large distance from one side to the other
Example:The road is wide enough for two cars.
safely (adv.)
in a safe manner
Example:They crossed the street safely.