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Are the craters on Mercury called ray craters?
Not necessarily. A ray crater is in impact crater that has tapering lines of light-volored material extening outward. Ray craters can found on Mercury and other objects such as the moon, but most of these craters are not ray craters.
What metamorphism is impact?
Impact metamorphism is a type of metamorphism that occurs when rocks are subjected to high pressures and temperatures generated by the impact of a meteorite or asteroid. This sudden energy release can cause the minerals in the rock to recrystallize and form new mineral assemblages. Impact metamorphism is commonly associated with impact craters found on Earth's surface.
Which planet resembles your own moon because of its craters?
The planet Mercury resembles Earth's moon because both have heavily cratered surfaces. Mercury's surface is covered with impact craters similar to those found on the moon, due to its lack of atmosphere to protect against incoming objects.
What unique features are found on Earth's moon?
The most recent unique feature found on the moon was methane rich pockets of ice formed in the deep craters on the moon
How do you know asteroids have hit the earth?
The evidence that asteroids have collided with earth before, depends on the surface. The way you can find this if there is unusual shapes in the ground( e.g. really deep ditch, that is too big for a human too dig).
How many impacts craters and basins have been found on earth?
Earth Impact Database, a website concerned with over 170 scientifically-confirmed impact craters on Earth.
Are craters big on the planet Mercury?
Large multi-ringed impact basins, with diameters of hundreds of kilometers or more, are to be found on Mercury.
What landforms does the moon have that earth doesn't have?
Some landforms found on the moon that Earth does not have include impact craters of various sizes, such as lunar mare basins and rays, formed by meteoroid impacts. Additionally, the moon features lava tubes and rilles, which are long, deep valleys formed by ancient volcanic activity.
Which landforms are found on earth NOT on the moon?
i have the same homework as you, but all i know is its not mountains (which is 'a') and its not impact craters (which is 'b')
Does the surface of moon and earth both have craters?
Yes, both the Moon and Earth have craters on their surfaces. The Moon's surface is covered with craters formed by impacts from space debris, while on Earth, craters are less common due to erosion and tectonic activity, but they can still be found in certain areas like meteorite impact sites or volcanic regions.
Why have scientists found few impact craters on Earth?
Scientists have found few impact craters on Earth because the process of erosion, tectonic activity, and volcanic activity continuously reshapes the Earth's surface, gradually erasing evidence of past impacts. Additionally, Earth's active plate tectonics often recycle or cover up old craters. Lastly, the presence of water and atmospheric activity can also contribute to the degradation of impact structures over time.
Large craters found on earth support the hypothesis that impact events have caused?
mass extinction events throughout history. These craters provide evidence of the catastrophic effects of asteroid or comet impacts on the Earth's surface, leading to significant environmental changes and extinction events. Scientists study these craters to better understand the impact events and their potential implications for future planetary protection.
Is petroleum formed in shallow ocean basins?
No, petroleum is found in the Earth.
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
Which country was the biggest crator found in?
in which country did the biggest meteorite hit The biggest craters can be found in Canada, in the Canadian shield. However the evidence of the biggest impact is in Mexico at the tip of the Yucatan Peninsula.
Are the craters on Mercury called ray craters?
Not necessarily. A ray crater is in impact crater that has tapering lines of light-volored material extening outward. Ray craters can found on Mercury and other objects such as the moon, but most of these craters are not ray craters.
What covers the majority of the moon surface?
The answer, my friend, is simple. It's Earth. Most scientists believe that a giant asteroid hit Earth when it was forming, and a chunk of Earth flew into space making our beloved moon. - All joking aside, I'm not kidding. :)
