Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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Try two different combinations of diameter, density, and impact velocity and show the results of two impacts of your own. . Use the same distance from impact (1000 km) for both projectiles. Answer the question with the following:

 

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