Scientists Say We Should Blow Up This Dangerous Asteroid Before It Gets Here

Futurism·Sep 22

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Scientists are considering a plan to blow up an asteroid that may be on a collision course, potentially using nuclear methods. The asteroid's target is unclear, with some reports suggesting it is headed for the moon, while others do not specify its destination. The proposal is part of a broader discussion on asteroid deflection and planetary defense.

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