Records indicate that cometary dust has impacted the asteroid Ryugu. Analyses of the Hayabusa2 mission data revealed evidence of micrometeoroid impacts and cometary dust interactions on Ryugu’s surface. Scientists observed surface changes and regolith redistribution, suggesting the influence of external forces like dust impacts. These records provide insights into the dynamic environment of asteroids and the ongoing processes shaping their surfaces. Understanding these interactions is crucial for deciphering the history of celestial bodies, the role of cometary material in shaping asteroids, and the broader dynamics of our solar system. The findings contribute to our knowledge of small-body celestial objects and their complex interactions in space.
