Asteroids are minor planets that usually sit in the inner solar system, orbiting the sun. There are millions of them flying around and their collisions – known as impact events – have played a significant role in shaping many planets. These space rocks contain a number of vital raw materials including gold, iridium, silver, platinum, iron, magnesium, nickel, aluminium, and titanium, which are all becoming increasingly scarce on Earth.
We have summarized this news so that you can read it quickly. If you are interested in the news, you can read the full text here. Read more: