Villain in disguise: Jupiter's role in impacts on Earth
Tuesday, March 13, 2012 - 07:31
in Astronomy & Space
Jupiter is often credited for shielding Earth from catastrophic asteroid and comet impacts. But new simulations of the influence of gas giant planets in solar systems casts doubt on Jupiter's reputation as Earth's protector.
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