Tunguska effect (theory)

The Tunguska effect refers to a massive explosion that occurred in 1908 over the Siberian forest in Russia, likely caused by the airburst of a meteoroid or comet. This event released energy equivalent to a large nuclear bomb, flattening trees over an area of about 2,000 square kilometers. Despite the incredible explosion, there were no impact craters, as the object disintegrated in the atmosphere before reaching the ground. The Tunguska event highlights the potential dangers posed by near-Earth objects and has led to increased interest in monitoring and understanding such celestial bodies.