Tag:geological=meteor_crater
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 geological = meteor_crater
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| A crater formed by the impact of a meteor. |
| Group: geological |
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| Status: in use |
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Impact crater is a bowl-shaped or circular depression formed when a small solid body (meteoroid or meteorite) strikes a planetary surface at high velocity, releasing enough energy to excavate and deform the surrounding material.
How to map
Add geological=meteor_crater to the respective area. Consider using diameter=*.
Add tags natural=cliff, natural=ridge or natural=arete along the borders of the crater depending on the shape of the crater.
Examples
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Meteor Crater, Arizona, USA -
Tenoumer crater, Mauritania
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