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Why are there so many craters on the moon and mars compared to earth?
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∙ 11y ago
Mars and our moon do not have dense atmospheres where many of the smaller probable impacts break up prior to reaching terra firma's earth. Second the earth's massive tectonic shifts mold the earth slowly and the actions of wind, water, and life break down geologic features, so many visible craters are erased.
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What planet has craters made by meteorites?
Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars all have impact craters.
Why does Mars have crators?
Mars has craters because the atmosphere is too thin for meteors to burn up in, (as most do before they hit the earth). There are also craters on Mars, because there is almost no erosion on Mars, as there is on earth to cover up the evidence of impact.
How is the earth bad compared to Mars?
the earth is polluted and mars isn't :)
What are the advantages on Earth compared to Mars?
Earth is big. Mars is small.
What are craters on the moon and Mars?
the craters on the moon and mars are from asteroids bumping into it.
Why does it look like there are so many more craters on mars and the moon compared to earth?
they don't have water to fill them in or an atmosphere where they can burn up
Are mars craters bigger then Earth craters?
yes its like the moons
How is earth and Mars different List 1 way?
It has many more craters than Earth does.
What planet has craters made by meteorites?
Mercury, Venus, Earth, and Mars all have impact craters.
Why does Mars have crators?
Mars has craters because the atmosphere is too thin for meteors to burn up in, (as most do before they hit the earth). There are also craters on Mars, because there is almost no erosion on Mars, as there is on earth to cover up the evidence of impact.
Which planets have craters?
Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Pluto
How are many craters on mars?
72 craters are on mars. And a few more, I think.
Does Mars have craters?
yes it does but did you know,all planets have craters if they're made of solid material.. earth does. moons do. etc.
How is the earth bad compared to Mars?
the earth is polluted and mars isn't :)
What are the advantages on Earth compared to Mars?
Earth is big. Mars is small.
What can Mars be compared to?
Mars can be compared to Earth, because they both have numerous similarities.
How are the craters on mars caused?
The craters are formed by a large object such as an asteroid or a comet. When these large objets hit the surface they form holes. Known as craters. Craters can be many shapes and sizes depending on the object. That's how craters are formed. Mars has a much thinner atmosphere than Earth, so more objects reach the Martian surface intact, and the lack of water, glaciers, and plate tectonic mean the craters last longer than they do on Earth.
