How Do the near and Far Sides of the Moon

question 29

Multiple Choice

How do the near and far sides of the Moon compare?

• A) Both sides are quite similar to each other-each side has several large mare, or "seas," surrounded by heavily cratered terrain.
• B) The near side has extensive, heavily cratered regions between and around the smooth maria, or "seas," whereas the far side is almost entirely covered with maria.
• C) It is not known; the far side is hidden in perpetual darkness.
• D) The near side has several large maria, or "seas," whereas the far side has only a few small maria.

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