The Real Reality Show: Why Asteroids Should Be Taken Seriously

Earth might not experience an impact tomorrow, but to protect humanity's survival, we need to start cataloging these space rocks today.
By | Published: February 4, 2015 | Last updated on May 18, 2023
Asteroid Size Average Frequency of Impact
50 meters Once every 2,000 years
140 meters Once every 30,000 years
600 meters Once every 200,000 years
1 kilometer Once every 700,000 years
10 kilometers Once every 100,000,000 years