Asteroid inclination measures the tilt of an asteroid's orbital plane relative to Earth’s orbit around the sun. Astronomers use this angle to classify asteroid families and assess collision risks. Space agencies benefit by predicting close approaches, while researchers study inclination to trace solar system evolution and identify potential targets for future mining missions.
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