Large asteroid ‘Apophis’ could hit Earth in 2068

The video discusses the threat posed by asteroids, focusing on Apophis, a 370-meter-long asteroid discovered in 2004. Apophis is on NASA's watch list due to its potential to hit Earth in 2068. Scientists emphasize the importance of studying Apophis during its 2029 flyby to better predict its future trajectory. Although the risk of collision in 2068 is low, the potential impact could be catastrophic, prompting the need for thorough research and preparation.

What is one of the main challenges in predicting asteroid collisions with Earth?

• The color of the asteroid

• The difficulty in calculating collision likelihood

• The size of the asteroid

• The speed of the asteroid

When was Asteroid Apophis discovered?

• 2015

• 2010

• 2004

• 2000

What is the length of Asteroid Apophis?

• 250 meters

• 500 meters

• 370 meters

• 150 meters

What is the estimated risk of Apophis hitting Earth in 2068?

• One in 100,000

• One in 1,000

• One in 150,000

• One in 10,000

Why is it important to study Apophis in detail during its 2029 flyby?

• To understand its composition

• To determine its color

• To better predict its trajectory for 2068

• To measure its speed