Shoemaker crater, Impact crater in Western Australia, Australia
The Shoemaker crater spans 30 kilometers in diameter and contains multiple concentric rings formed within sedimentary rocks of the Earaheedy Basin.
Scientists confirmed this geological formation as an impact structure in 1974 through the discovery of shatter cones and shocked quartz in the surrounding rock.
The site received its name in recognition of Eugene Shoemaker, who established the Astrogeology Branch of the United States Geological Survey.
Several seasonal salt lakes, including Lake Teague, fill portions of the crater, with water depths varying throughout the year depending on rainfall.
The central region displays a 12-kilometer-wide outcrop of uplifted Archaean Granite, dating back approximately 2648 million years.
Location: Western Australia
GPS coordinates: -25.86667,120.88333
Latest update: March 9, 2025 08:24
Meteorite craters mark locations where asteroids collided with Earth. These geological structures range from 110 meters to 300 kilometers in diameter. They often contain distinct minerals like diamonds, nickel, and copper. Scientists use the craters to study Earth's history and cosmic events.
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