Evolution of the Moon
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Browse Full-length Non-member TitlesReal satellite imagery, as well as simulations, explore how Earth's moon has changed over time. This video looks at how the moon likely formed about 4.5 billion years ago, how impacts from large objects formed craters, and how additional impacts from smaller objects continue to cause cratering.
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes 32 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Astronomy, Space Sciences
- Grade/Interest Level: 7 - 12
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- Release Year: 2017
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Learning Media
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