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China Study Proposes Burying Nukes in Asteroids for Planetary Defense
Key Takeaways
- Chinese scientists propose burying nuclear warheads inside asteroids for destruction or deflection.
- Two methods: direct surface impact and pre-excavation burial for deeper detonation.
- Effective for asteroids around 330 feet (100 meters) wide.
- Kinetic impact (DART) may not work for larger asteroids on short notice.
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DT Editorial Team··via gizmodo.com
