How did the lunar maria originate?

Answer 1

Maria accent beds of basaltic lava, originated when asteroids punctured the lunar surface, letting magma bleed out. (This answer came right from my textbook:) thanks for being stupid and using my answer peace out home dog<3)

Maria formed when asteroids punctured the moon's surface, allowing to bleed out and create extensive lava flows. my answer would be earthquakes.

Answer 2

Lunar maria are areas on the moon where volcanic lava has flowed in the past. It is surmised that they result from asteroid or meteor strikes followed by volcanic eruptions.