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The moon has a geosynchronous rotation as it orbits the earth, meaning the same side of the moon always faces the earth. The side we don't ever see from earth is known as the "far" side of the moon. The far side has more craters because it is not protected from debris by the earth.
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Why are there two craters on the far side of the moon?
There can be craters anywhere on the moon, not just the side we see
Which side of the moon has more craters?
The side of the moon that faces Earth (the near side) has more craters compared to the far side. This is because the near side is more exposed to impacts from space debris due to its proximity to Earth, while the far side is shielded from some impacts by the moon itself.
Why do you see many impact craters on the moon but not earth?
The Earth has weather patterns that have eroded most of the craters on Earth. The moon has no weather, therefore no erosion.
What are the large holes on the moon called?
The large indentation on the surface of the moon areÊcalled craters. It is a circular depression in the surface of the moon and other solid body in the solar system.Ê
What is most common feature on the far side of the moon?
The far side of the moon has a higher concentration of impact craters compared to the near side. It also has fewer maria, or dark flat plains formed by ancient volcanic eruptions, making it appear more rugged and heavily cratered. Additionally, the far side lacks the large basins like Mare Orientale that are found on the near side.
Why are there two craters on the far side of the moon?
There can be craters anywhere on the moon, not just the side we see
Which side of the moon has more craters?
The side of the moon that faces Earth (the near side) has more craters compared to the far side. This is because the near side is more exposed to impacts from space debris due to its proximity to Earth, while the far side is shielded from some impacts by the moon itself.
What might be responsible for most of the craters on earth's moon?
Most of the craters on Earth's moon are believed to have been caused by impacts from meteoroids, asteroids, and comets over millions of years. These impactors have struck the moon's surface and created the circular depressions we see as craters.
Are there more craters on the far side of the moon to protect the telescope then on near side?
Both sides of the moon are pocked with craters, but the far side tends to have more large, basin-sized craters. These large craters can provide shielding from disruptive signals from Earth, making it an ideal location for telescope installations aimed at observing deep space.
What cause the Moon's craters?
The craters on the Moon are considered to be impact craters, caused by meteoroids striking the Moon.
How many craters are in the moon.?
There are 375 craters in the moon.....
Why do you see many impact craters on the moon but not earth?
The Earth has weather patterns that have eroded most of the craters on Earth. The moon has no weather, therefore no erosion.
What are the most obvious features on the Moon's surface?
Craters and the "maria".
What are the large holes on the moon called?
The large indentation on the surface of the moon areÊcalled craters. It is a circular depression in the surface of the moon and other solid body in the solar system.Ê
What is most common feature on the far side of the moon?
The far side of the moon has a higher concentration of impact craters compared to the near side. It also has fewer maria, or dark flat plains formed by ancient volcanic eruptions, making it appear more rugged and heavily cratered. Additionally, the far side lacks the large basins like Mare Orientale that are found on the near side.
Who has more craters the earth or the moon?
there are more craters on the moon then on earth
Why does the moon have circles?
Those are impact craters from when it was hit by meteors. The moon has no weather, so they never got erased like most of the impact craters that were on Earth's surface.
