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Why Did NASA Choose Bennu?

Why Did NASA Choose Bennu?

Bennu is a near-Earth asteroid rich in carbon, meaning it may contain organic materials. Studying it can help us understand how planets formed and whether asteroids delivered life-building ingredients to Earth.

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