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What does it look like when a meteorite strikes Earth? A slideshow resource gives pupils a firsthand view of common meteorite strikes. Using the ages of the craters, scholars analyze how the shapes erode over time.
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Instructional Ideas
- Assign craters to groups to research further
- Have pupils create a glossary for new vocabulary
Classroom Considerations
- Expects pupils to have previous knowledge of meteors, meteorites, and asteroids
Pros
- Includes discussion question prompts
- Provides an option for downloading the resource for viewing offline
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- None