Will An Asteroid Hit Earth in 2032?

Go to https://ground.news/startalk to stay fully informed on the latest Space and Science news. Save 40% off through our link for unlimited access to the Vantage plan this month. What’s up with the asteroid that is headed towards Earth? Neil DeGrasse Tyson breaks down 2024-YR4, its likelihood of impact, where it would hit, and whether we can deflect it. Plus, astronomer Rick Binzel helps us break down the Torino scale and how worried people should be. Is this going to be like the asteroid that killed the dinosaurs? Timestamps: 00:00 - What’s Up With the Asteroid? 01:12 - How Much Damage Would It Do? 03:12 - The Uncertainty Cone 04:36 - Where Would It Land? 06:58 - The Torino Scale 09:29 - Should We Panic? Check out our second channel, @StarTalkPlus Get the NEW StarTalk book, 'To Infinity and Beyond: A Journey of Cosmic Discovery' on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3PL0NFn Support us on Patreon: https://www.patreon.com/startalkradio FOLLOW or SUBSCRIBE to StarTalk: Twitter: http://twitter.com/startalkradio Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/StarTalk Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/startalk About StarTalk: Science meets pop culture on StarTalk! Astrophysicist & Hayden Planetarium director Neil deGrasse Tyson, his comic co-hosts, guest celebrities & scientists discuss astronomy, physics, and everything else about life in the universe. Keep Looking Up! #StarTalk #neildegrassetyson