Presents the controversy concerning the geological make-up of the moon - specifically the origin of large lunar craters. Two eminent scientists interpret the same available data and discuss reasons for their divergent views. Suitable for upper secondary level.
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ACMI Identifier
002392
Language
English
Subject categories
Anthropology, Ethnology, Exploration & Travel → Lunar craters
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Formations (Geology)
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Lunar craters
Climate, Environment, Natural Resources & Disasters → Physical geology
Documentary → Documentary films - United States
Education, Instruction, Teaching & Schools → Research
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Earth sciences
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Formations (Geology)
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Lunar craters
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Meteorites
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Moon
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Moon - Exploration
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Outer space - Exploration
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Physical geology
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Scientists
Mathematics, Science & Technology → Solar system
Sound/audio
Sound
Colour
Colour
Holdings
16mm film; Access Print (Section 1)
16mm film; Preservation Print (Section 5)
16mm film; Limited Access Print (Section 2)