The probability of conflict of the Earth’s satellite and asteroid is about 96%, and the results for moon, astronauts and spacecraft will be serious. The study is based on the data obtained using James Webb space telescope and mathematical modeling.
The asteroid diameter is up to 67 meters and the collision will lead to the formation of a crater of more than half miles – more than 804.5 meters. The collision will pose a threat to satellites in a low orbit for a few days or months.
The lunar garbage, which is formed as a result of this accident, may cause a rain of meteorite on the floor. In addition, the fall of an asteroid per month may cause problems for satellite communication operators due to the large dimension of the radiation of satellites. In addition, the material thrown from the moon can be dangerous to the spacecraft around and on the surface of the moon.
Source: Ferra
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