At one point during the day some forward-thinking bacteria get the idea that they are facing a crisis. Their numbers are growing exponentially and they are using up their space and food at an ever increasing rate. At what time do you think the idea would come?

How would you use a nuclear device to prevent an asteroid from hitting earth? a. use the device to blow up the asteroid b. use the device to blow up part of the asteroid and deflect it c. detonate the device in proximity to the asteroid to deflect it d. use the mass of the device to slingshot the asteroid out of orbit