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Craters can be the result of volcanic activity or from external impact events (bodies from space striking the planet or moon).

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What planet has the highest surface gravity of the terrestrial planets?

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What is Bowl shaped on surface of planet or moon?

A bowl-shaped feature on the surface of a planet or moon is usually called an impact crater. These are formed when a meteorite or asteroid hits the surface, creating a depression with raised edges. Impact craters can come in various sizes and are found on many celestial bodies in the solar system.


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What planets gravity is one-fourth the gravity of earth?

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