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Asteroids

Headshot of David Saint-Jacques

Let's Talk Space Rocks Resources

Backgrounders

Discover a set of resources to introduce you to the world of space rocks

David Saint-Jacques

Let’s Talk Space Rocks 

Events

Student, Grades: 9-12

Join CSA astronaut David Saint-Jacques for the latest in our Visionary Symposium series, that looks at the link between geology on Earth and in space, and how these learnings contribute to future space exploration.

Lunar lander floating above the moon, with the Earth in the background

Let's Talk Space Exploration Resources

Backgrounders

Discover a set of resources to develop background knowledge on the topic of space exploration.

What would happen if a meteor hit Earth?

What would happen if a meteor hit Earth?

Hands-on Activities

Explore the effects of asteroid impacts in this hands on activity.

Daedulus crater on the Moon

Impact Craters

Backgrounders

Learn about how craters are formed and about some of Canada's impact craters.

Asteroids

Where Can We Find Asteroids and Comets?

Backgrounders

This backgrounder explains the difference between planets, dwarf planets and small solar system bodies, such as asteroids and comets.

Asteroid approaching Earth

Could We Stop an Asteroid?

STEM Explained

If an asteroid were to hit the Earth it could be disastrous. Here are some ways we could protect ourselves.

Screen capture from the video “Dealing With Asteroids and Other Space Hazards”

Dealing with Asteroids and Other Space Hazards

STEM Explained

Find out how asteroids, space debris, and cosmic radiation can be dangerous, and how to monitor them and protect ourselves from these space hazards.