Zhamanshin crater, Impact crater in Aktobe Region, Kazakhstan.
The Zhamanshin crater spans 14 kilometers in diameter with exposed geological formations revealing the effects of a meteorite collision on Earth's surface.
Scientists confirmed this crater as an impact site in 1977, determining its formation occurred approximately 900,000 years ago during the Mid Pleistocene period.
The crater draws researchers from multiple scientific disciplines who study its geological composition to understand the mechanisms of extraterrestrial impacts.
Located 200 kilometers north of the Aral Sea and 40 kilometers southwest of Irgiz settlement, the crater requires specialized transportation for access.
The site contains blue glass samples and specific minerals formed under extreme pressure conditions, providing evidence of the intense heat during impact.
Location: Aktobe Region
GPS coordinates: 48.40000,60.96667
Latest update: March 7, 2025 09:33
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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