Asteroid 2024 YR4: NASA proposes 'blowing up' hazardous space rock to protect moon and satellites
Astronomers are observing asteroid 2024 YR4. It may hit the Moon in 2032. A lunar impact could send debris toward Earth. This debris could damage satellites. Scientists are planning to break up the asteroid. One option involves using nuclear devices. This mission highlights the need for planetary defense. It is important to protect space infrastructure.
Astronomers are observing asteroid 2024 YR4. It may hit the Moon in 2032. A lunar impact could send debris toward Earth. This debris could damage satellites. Scientists are planning to break up the asteroid. One option involves using nuclear devices. This mission highlights the need for planetary defense. It is important to protect space infrastructure.
