Cosmic Travelers: Comets and Asteroids

Cosmic Travelers: Comets and Asteroids

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celestial bodies

An examination of the dangers posed by potential comet and asteroid impacts with the Earth, as well as the future plans to research and exploit these celestial bodies

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