What scale is used by astronomers to rate the potential hazard of impact of a near-earth object?
- Boston Impact Hazard Scale
- Palermo Technical Impact Hazard Scale
- Genoa Technical Impact Hazard Scale
- Urbino Impact Hazard Scale
Answer
The correct answer is B) Palermo Technical Impact Hazard Scale.
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