The PRC's much reported entry into the race for the militarisation of space last month has allegedly added up to 800 more pieces of debris orbiting the planet.
Scientists contend that Beijing's anti-satellite test has contributed to the marked possibility of a potentially dangerous collision with satellites or space craft and has exacerbated NASA's already pertinent safety concerns regarding future missions.
China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs has so far declined to comment regarding the environmental implications of its January test.
Source www.guardian.co.uk
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