NASA's OSIRIS-REx Successfully Returns Asteroid Samples to Earth

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NASA's OSIRIS-REx Successfully Returns Asteroid Samples to Earth
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NASA's OSIRIS-REx spacecraft is set to return to Earth on Sunday after a mission to the asteroid Bennu. A capsule containing samples from Bennu will separate from the spacecraft and parachute to the Utah Test and Training Range. The mission aimed to study the formation of planets, the origins of life, and improve understanding of asteroids that could potentially impact Earth. The landing will be streamed live on NASA's website, YouTube channel, and other platforms.

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