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How are moon rocks similar and different to rocks on earth?
Minerals that make up moon rocks are the same minerals that are found on Earth. Some moon rocks have minerals that combine to form kinds of rocks that are not found on Earth. BlueStar(:
What extraterrestrial rocks are basalt?
Basalt rocks have been identified on the Moon, Mars, and the asteroid Vesta. These rocks are often formed from solidified lava flows and are commonly found in volcanic regions.
Why are rocks on the moon older than any rocks on earth?
On Earth, plate tectonics and erosion have removed all of the rock that was originally surface rock, exposing the underlying crustal rocks and releasing magma to form new igneous formations. On the Moon, neither process is at work. Meteoroids striking the Moon have piled the rocks up and created a layer of fine powder there, but the exterior rocks are still those that formed shortly after the Moon itself.
Why aren't sedimentary rocks found on the moon?
Sedimentary rocks are typically formed on Earth through processes like erosion, transportation, and deposition by water or wind. The moon lacks liquid water, wind, and significant geological activity, which are essential for the formation of sedimentary rocks. As a result, sedimentary rocks are not found on the moon.
What is a kind of rock found on the moon that is made up of older rocks stuck together?
Breccia is a type of rock found on the Moon that is made up of older rocks stuck together. It forms from the impact of meteorites or other celestial bodies striking the lunar surface and fusing rocks and soil together.
Far where on the moon have the youngest rocks been found?
The youngest rocks on the moon have been found near the Apollo 11 landing site in the Ocean of Storms region. These rocks are estimated to be around 1.2 billion years old, much younger compared to the overall age of the moon.
What material was found on the moon?
Moon rocks were found on the Moon.
What portion of the Moon's rocks is gold?
Zero. No gold was found in any of the rocks that have been brought back to earth.
Would sedimentary rocks be found on the moon?
No sedimentary rocks are found yet. The reason is moon is lack of atmosphere.
How old are rocks found in Apollo missions?
The moon rocks are older then the rocks found on earth.
How are moon rocks similar to and different rocks on earth?
Minerals that make up moon rocks are the same minerals that are found on Earth. Some moon rocks have minerals that combine to form kinds of rocks that are not found on Earth. BlueStar(:
Which is older rocks found on the moon or rocks found on the earth?
Rocks found on the moon are older because of the lack of erosive forces there. Also, the moon would have cooled more quickly from a molten state than the much larger Earth.
What can be found on both the earth and moon?
rocks
What have they found on the moon besides water?
rocks
A light area on the moon these hold the oldest moon rocks analyzed so far?
The light area on the moon where the oldest analyzed moon rocks have been found is called the lunar highlands. These rocks are believed to have formed around 4.4 billion years ago, making them some of the oldest rocks ever discovered. Studying these rocks provides valuable insights into the early history of the moon and the solar system.
What did the NASA Apollo missions find on the Moon?
As the moon is a baren place, they found moon rocks.
How are moon rocks similar and different to rocks on earth?
Minerals that make up moon rocks are the same minerals that are found on Earth. Some moon rocks have minerals that combine to form kinds of rocks that are not found on Earth. BlueStar(:
