Give a Specific Example of Impacts of Asteroids/comets That Have

question 6

Essay

Give a specific example of impacts of asteroids/comets that have happened on Earth.Why are impact craters rare on the surface of Earth,but plentiful on the Moon?

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Definitions:

Mechanoreceptors

Sensory receptors in the skin and other body parts that respond to mechanical pressure or distortion, playing a key role in touch, pressure, and sound sensation.

Reticular Activating System

A network of neurons located in the brainstem that regulates arousal and consciousness.

Smelling Salts

A chemical compound that releases ammonia gas, used to revive someone from fainting or refresh their senses.

Sensory Receptors

Specialized cells or nerve endings that respond to changes in the environment, such as touch, temperature, or light.