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A nuclear blast could save Earth from an asteroid, but there's a catch
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A nuclear blast could save Earth from an asteroid, but there's a catch

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SCIENCEDAILY · ROCKVILLE — A nuclear explosion might save Earth from a deadly asteroid, but new research suggests that hitting the wrong side could make the difference between success and disaster. Scientists found that an asteroid's irregular shape can dramatically affect how it responds to an X-ray blast, with deflection effectiveness varying…

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ScienceDaily
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Science
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08 November 2026 · 10:11 UTC
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08 November 2026 · 11:15 UTC
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https://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2026/11/261106174532.htm
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