How The Arecibo Telescope Could Help Save The World

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The Arecibo telescope could detect hazardous asteroids approaching Earth; explains the detection method. Teaches both the telescope's capability and planetary defense techniques.

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A 5-minute video from Tom Scott: “How The Arecibo Telescope Could Help Save The World”.

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