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Crater



Crater, depression on the surface of the earth or other celestial body. Craters are caused by volcanic activity or the impact of heavy objects from space (meteorites). Most craters on earth are volcanic. Craters are numerous on the moon, which lacks an atmosphere capable of burning out meteorites before they crash into the surface.



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