In an orbit between Mars and Jupiter zooms an asteroid worth trillions and trillions of dollars Scientists say Psyche consists of metals such as gold iron nickel and platinum worth unfathomable amounts of money For now earthlings are not attempting to mine this rich resource but the United States is planning to send a probe in to study the valuable rock The promise of untold riches just out of reach can be both tantalizing and frustrating Surely in time there will be people who will champion the cause of reaching Psyche for its treasure But what about the prospect of [... more]