Don't Worry About That Asteroid That Might Hit This Year | SciShow News

Don't Worry About That Asteroid That Might Hit This Year | SciShow News

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11th Grade - University

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The video discusses the low probability of asteroid 2006 QV 89 impacting Earth, comparing it to past meteor events like Chelyabinsk and Tongouska. It explains that while the asteroid is on ESA's risk list, the chance of impact is minimal. The video also explores how tides can trigger earthquakes, focusing on research at Axial Seamount, revealing that low tides allow magma to expand, causing earthquakes. This discovery helps understand earthquake triggers and may aid in predicting future events.

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