Asteroid with small chance of hitting Earth triggers global defence plan | The World | ABC NEWS

Astronomers have spied an asteroid that may be heading for Earth in 2032. While scientists say there is currently no cause for alarm and it will likely pass Earth safely, members of a space mission planning group are meeting this week to work out the next steps. Professor Jonti Horner from the University of Southern Queensland tells The World several factors would come into play, including what the asteroid is made of. #abctheworld #abcasiapacific
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