Updated 11:33 18 Sep 2023 GMT+1Published 11:16 18 Sep 2023 GMT+1

Scientists have predicted the exact date asteroid is in danger of hitting Earth with force of 22 atomic bombs

The asteroid, named Bennu, that passes Earth every six years could hit our planet with the force of 22 atomic bombs.

Gregory Robinson

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Topics: Space, NASA

Gregory Robinson

Gregory is a journalist for UNILAD. After graduating with a master's degree in journalism, he has worked for both print and online publications and is particularly interested in TV, (pop) music and lifestyle. He loves Madonna, teen dramas from the '90s and prefers tea over coffee.

Scientists have predicted the exact date asteroid is in danger of hitting Earth with force of 22 atomic bombs

The asteroid, named Bennu, that passes Earth every six years could hit our planet with the force of 22 atomic bombs.

Scientists have predicted the exact date asteroid is in danger of hitting Earth with force of 22 atomic bombs

The asteroid, named Bennu, that passes Earth every six years could hit our planet with the force of 22 atomic bombs.

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