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What Happens When a Marshmallow Hits Earth at Light Speed?

What Happens When a Marshmallow Hits Earth at Light Speed?

Imagine a marshmallow meteorite hurtling towards Earth at 99.9% the speed of light, or 299,792 km/s (186,282 mps). How would this sweet space object begin its descent? Would it disintegrate mid-air, or what if it actually made contact with Earth?

#Marshmallow, #Light Speed, #Meteorite, #Space, #Chelyabinsk Meteor


Timeline

00:00:Introduction to marshmallows

02:39:Discussion on light speed

03:32:Concept of S’mores in space

05:10:Understanding slow motion

06:51:Exploring marshmallow meteorites