Moon Formation - NASA Science

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This moment appears to show a space rock striking the Moon surface. Because the Moon has no atmosphere, asteroids and meteoroids do not burn up before impact. Even small space rocks can hit the surface and create a quick flash or dust disturbance. Some impacts happen at a shallow angle, making the rock look like it touches or skims the Moon before breaking apart. Scientists study these impacts to understand crater formation and space debris activity. There is no scientific evidence that this eve

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