Lunar maria

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Term: Lunar maria
Definition:

Areas on the surface of the Moon that appears darker and smoother than their surroundings. Once thought to be seas, lunar maria are now known to be basaltic basins created by volcanic lava floods.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
Contributed by Ryan McGranaghan
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