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How Astrophysics Can Literally Save the World

How is it possible to tell if a space rock will one day collide with the Earth?

Aired 03/13/2025 | Rating NR

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PBS Space Time

How Astrophysics Can Literally Save the World

Season 10 Episode 37 | 17m 23sVideo has Closed Captions

How is it possible to tell if a space rock will one day collide with the Earth?

Giant space rocks are definitely going to hit the Earth again. We actually do know how to deflect them, but only if we find them and correctly assess their risk. But the solar system is a chaotic place. How is it even possible to tell if a space rock will one day collide with the Earth?

Aired 03/13/2025 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

PBS Space Time

How Astrophysics Can Literally Save the World

Season 10 Episode 37 | 17m 23sVideo has Closed Captions

Giant space rocks are definitely going to hit the Earth again. We actually do know how to deflect them, but only if we find them and correctly assess their risk. But the solar system is a chaotic place. How is it even possible to tell if a space rock will one day collide with the Earth?

Aired 03/13/2025 | Rating NR

FromDigital Studios

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