A chance encounter with another asteroid could steer Apophis destructively close to Earth during a future passage.

Collisions could increase chance of 'God of Destruction' asteroid Apophis hitting Earth - Space.com

A chance encounter with another asteroid could steer Apophis destructively close to Earth during a future passage.

On Friday, 13, 2029, Earth will have a fascinating and intimidating visitor in the form of the "God of Destruction" asteroid Apophis. The asteroid — named after the Egyptian serpent god of chaos and … [+6864 chars]