Apophis will swallow the earth on this day! Highest possibility of devastation in India
Asteroid Apophis: A heart-wrenching news has come to light, which can pose a serious threat to the earth. The giant asteroid ‘Apophis’, which is 1200 feet wide, will pass very close to the Earth on 13 April 2029. It will be at a distance of only 38,012 kilometers. Scientists have named it ‘God of Destruction’, because if its path changes then it can collide with the Earth and bring terrible devastation.
This asteroid is a huge space stone, which is about 335 meters (1200 feet) wide. If it hits the earth, its force can be so high that it can cause massive damage. Scientists had earlier ruled out the possibility of it hitting the Earth, but recent new research has made this danger serious again.
On April 13, 2029, Apophis will be just 38,012 kilometers away from Earth, which is closer than the Moon. Its speed will be 29.98 kilometers per second (18300 miles per hour), which is quite fast. The danger of this asteroid hitting the Earth cannot be completely avoided and if its direction changes then it can bring dire consequences.
New warning from scientists
A new research conducted by Canadian astronomer Paul Wiegert has again highlighted this danger. He says that if there is any change in the direction of Apophis, it can collide with the Earth and cause devastation. This collision will be so big that it can be seen in the open sky and people will be able to see it with their own eyes. Especially people living in the eastern hemisphere of the earth will be able to see it. This event will be so big that it can be seen even without a telescope.
Is this happening for the first time?
This is not the first time that an asteroid is in danger of colliding with the Earth. Such celestial bodies keep coming near the Earth, but the threat of such a large and fast-moving asteroid like Apophis is rarely seen. Scientists first discovered it in 2004 and have been chasing it ever since.
The name Apophis is taken from ancient Egyptian mythology, where it was named after the demon serpent symbolizing evil and chaos. This name symbolizes the increasing dangers regarding this asteroid, which can change its direction at any time and collide with the Earth. For now, scientists are seeing it as a serious threat, although it is also being said that there is no definite possibility of a collision with this asteroid. But after it approaches Earth in 2029 and picks up speed, if its path changes, it could be a catastrophic event. We just have to see whether scientists are able to predict it correctly and find solutions to avoid it in time.
