<ul><li>Astronomers at MIT have discovered the smallest asteroids ever detected in the main asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.</li><li>These tiny asteroids, some as small as 10 meters across, could still have a significant impact if they were to reach Earth.</li><li>Using a new approach called "shift and stack", researchers identified over 100 tiny asteroids, shedding light on their origins and potential paths towards Earth.</li><li>Studying these asteroids helps scientists understand the evolution of asteroids and aids in planetary defense to track potential collision risks.</li></ul>

Small but mighty: MIT scientists spot tiny asteroids in the main belt

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