[kinoxi]

I read an article earlier today that put the odds at 1 in 30 of a hit.

[BlessedBeGod]

Related thread: Scientists say asteroid may hit Mars in late January (1 in 75 chance on Jan. 30, 2008)

[cripplecreek]

Keeping my fingers crossed for an impact just because it would be cool as hell.

[RightWhale]

The object was disintegrated by Earth's thicker atmosphere before it hit the ground,

I didn't see this covered on the other thread. Mars atmosphere is much deeper than earth's although the surface pressure is lower by far. The asteroid might or might not make it through depending on its structure. If it is a loose clot of dust it won't. If it is solid nickel steel it will.

[neodad]

Well, an impact should take care of that Martian global warming.

[happinesswithoutpeace]

bkmark

[wolfcreek]

So.....if this rock misses Mars, where is it off to next?

[Balding_Eagle]

One good thing if it hits Mars: It will put the global warming hoax into perspective.

[SunkenCiv]

Thanks Blam! When you post topics like this, it just seems really appropriate for some reason... To all, also see the earlier thread, Scientists say asteroid may hit Mars in late January (1 in 75 chance on Jan. 30, 2008).

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[RightWhale]

If the asteroid hits, all the future Mars robots should be reconfigured to explore the new feature.