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What would happen if a planet of similar size to Earth collided with Earth?
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∙ 13y ago
Both planets would be destroyed, as the gravitational pull would rip off matter from both planets, and they would be ripped apart.
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What happen to planet thea?
it collided with earth. thea is now the moon
Was the moon formed after a planet-sized object collided with the sun.?
No. The moon formed after a planet-sized object collided with Earth.
What planet do astronomers have evidence that Earth once collided with?
The moon
How large do we think the planet was that collided with the earth and formed the moon?
It is small
Did Mars hit Earth?
No. Mars and Earth never collided. Around 4.6 billion years ago another planet is believed to have collided with Earth, resulting in the formation of the moon. This planet, known as Theia, was probably about the same size as Mars.
What happens when a planet starts move toward earth?
if a planet was close to earth it would cause earthquakes and more. if it collided if earth depending on the size if it is big it will collide with earth.
To which planet the earth is similar?
Venus is often compared as Earth's "sister planet", being similar in size and internal composition.
What planet is similar to Earth?
Mars
What was the solar system like when the moon formed?
Scientists theorize that a planet-sized object collided with earth to form the moon.
What was the name of the Mars sized planet that collided with the Earth and formed the Moon?
Theia See related link for more information.
What do most scientists believe is the origin of the moons?
Scientist theorize that a planet-sized object collided with earth and the moon formed
What planet is known as your Sister Planet?
Venus, because it is very similar size to Earth, and it is a rocky planet like Earth is.
