rundown on space junk
Space junk, also known as space debris or orbital debris, refers to the collection of defunct satellites, spent rocket stages, fragments from disintegrated spacecraft, and other objects floating in Earth’s orbit. This debris poses a significant threat to active satellites and spacecraft, as even small pieces of debris traveling at high speeds can cause catastrophic damage upon impact. Efforts are being made by space agencies and organizations to track and mitigate the amount of space junk in order to ensure the safety and sustainability of space activities.