Creating Craters

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In this activity, learners will investigate how craters are made and the different factors that contribute to size left from the impact. A full activity guide is included complete with step by step instructions, as well as additional discussion information. This activity requires some flour, cocoa powder, balls of assorted sizes and weights, and flat container, like a pie tin, to hold it all in. Prompts are also included to extend the activity.

Quick Guide

Preparation Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Learning Time:
10 to 30 minutes
Estimated Materials Cost:
$1 - $5 per group of students
Age Range:
Ages 4 - 14
Resource Type:
Activity
Language:
English

Materials List (per group of students)

  • Flour
  • Sand or cocoa powder
  • Newsprint/tablecloth (if experimenting inside)
  • Pie tin or other small unbreakable dish
  • Balls of different sizes and weights
  • Ruler

Keywords

Subjects

  • Earth and Space Science
    • Astronomy

Other

Access Rights:

  • Free access

By:

Source Collection

  • Life and Science at Home

Rights:

  • All rights reserved, Museum of Life and Science, 2021