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asteroid collision

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    Asteroid the size of 99942 Apophis would cause immense damage if impacted in metropolitan area.

    We all know that there is a very slim chance that the asteroid 99942 Apophis will impact earth in 2029 and a higher chance of impact in 2039. Many say that we should knock Apophis off of its track in 2029 and make sure there is no chance of it hitting in 2039. What do you guys think of this? I...