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To: missyme
Isn't it possible for a peice of the Dumbell Size Asteroid coming apart striking earth?

Even if the asteroid split (called calving), the two pieces would continue in the same orbit unless one of them was influenced by an external force.

Other than tidal forces, I do not see this as a threat. BTW, this object is too small (short) to split via tidal forces.

104 posted on 09/28/2004 8:08:21 PM PDT by RadioAstronomer
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To: RadioAstronomer

I know but do you think it can cause some kinda gravitation pull while it passes earth, like when a bus passes?


107 posted on 09/28/2004 8:10:51 PM PDT by missyme
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111 posted on 09/28/2004 8:15:49 PM PDT by Joe Hadenuf (I failed anger management class, they decided to give me a passing grade anyway)
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To: RadioAstronomer

Are you going to view the Asteroid tomorrow in your yard? you seem very Asteroid Knowledgeable....


119 posted on 09/28/2004 8:20:40 PM PDT by missyme
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