Meteor Crater Natural Landmark, Natural impact crater and science museum in Coconino County, United States.
Meteor Crater is a natural depression in Arizona created by a meteorite impact. The visitor center displays meteorites, space exploration exhibits, and interactive educational displays about impact events.
The crater formed roughly 50,000 years ago when a nickel-iron meteorite struck the area. This impact left a geological record that scientists still study today.
NASA selected this location for Apollo astronaut training during the 1960s, using the terrain to prepare for lunar surface operations and geological studies.
The visitor center provides good orientation with exhibits and interactive displays about impact craters. Wear comfortable shoes since exploring the site involves walking on natural terrain.
Astronauts training for the Apollo missions used this location during the 1960s to prepare for lunar operations. The terrain provided realistic conditions that mimicked what they would encounter on the Moon's surface.
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