Asteroids: Pristine Samples and the Bennu Asteroid Threat

Asteroids are ancient relics that can provide valuable information about the early days of the solar system. Scientists want to study pristine samples of asteroids to understand their chemistry and their role in the origins of life on Earth. One such asteroid, Bennu, is about the size of the Empire State Building and is considered potentially dangerous due to its orbit. However, scientists are monitoring it closely, so there is no immediate cause for concern. Learning about asteroids not only helps us understand our origins but also provides insights into potential threats from space rocks.