Aug 22, 2024
Apophis: The “God of Destruction” asteroid is coming close to Earth and NASA is planning to send a special mission for it
Posted by Genevieve Klien in categories: asteroid/comet impacts, existential risks
The asteroid Apophis, named after the Egyptian god of chaos, was discovered in 2004. Early calculations raised concerns due to its potential collision with Earth, making it a focus for scientists.