A meteor crater is a bowl-shaped depression on the Earth's surface that is formed when a meteorite collides with the Earth.
Meteor craters are formed when a meteorite, which is a small piece of space debris, enters Earth's atmosphere at a high speed and collides with the surface, creating a crater.
Meteor craters can vary in size, but they usually have a circular shape with raised rims and a flat bottom. They can range in diameter from a few meters to several kilometers.
Some famous meteor craters include the Barringer Crater in Arizona, also known as "Meteor Crater", which is one of the best-preserved impact craters on Earth. Other famous craters include the Chicxulub crater in Mexico, which is believed to be the site of the impact that led to the extinction of dinosaurs.
Scientists study meteor crater discoveries by examining the rocks and minerals found at the site, as well as the shape and size of the crater. They also use geophysical techniques, such as ground-penetrating radar, to study the structure and composition of the crater. Additionally, they may use satellite images and computer simulations to understand the impact and formation of the crater.