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Astronomers are researching how to deal with an asteroid impact. They are currently monitering the asteroid Apophis, which is a potential threat. Astronomers have calculated that there is only a 1 in 45,000 chance that the asteroid would hit us in the year 2029. They are currently researching the chances of the asteroid striking seven years later in 2036. They are taking into account small details such as solar radiation, gravitational drag of other asteroids, and human error to help predict the path of the asteroid. They are also researching how to dispose of the asteroid should the need arise which includes just adding weight around the asteroid to throw off its path.

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