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Craters on the Moon. Why are the Moon’s craters such different shapes and sizes?
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Activity type(s): Classroom activity
Duration: 30 minutes
Suitable for ages: 11-14 years old, 14-16 years old, Staff
Description:
Craters on the Moon. Why are the Moon’s craters such different shapes and sizes? This is an investigation into the factors which affect the dimensions of craters produced by the impact of external bodies, such as meteorites. The resource is available from: https://www.earthlearningidea.com/PDF/68_Moon_craters.pdf
Links to activity files: https://earth-science.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/formidable/5/Craters-of-the-Moon.pdf
Subject areas:
- Science communication
- Earth and Atmosphere
- Solar system and space physics
- Analysis and evaluation
- Development of scientific thinking
- Experimental skills and strategies
- Dimensions and units
Keywords: Moon, Crater, Meteorite, Mass, Velocity
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