'God of Chaos' asteroid could experience major changes during 2029 Earth flyby: Study

The asteroid Apophis, about 1,100 feet long, is expected to pass extremely close to Earth on April 13, 2029. Named after the Egyptian God of chaos, the asteroid's close encounter with Earth could trigger tremors and landslides on its surface, according to a new study. Earth's gravity will likely cause quakes on Apophis, potentially displacing rocks and reshaping its surface.