Tukuk-OS☄️ Vredefort impact structure
South Africa · Africa · 26.82°S, 27.42°E
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The Vredefort impact structure is one of the largest impact structures on Earth. The crater, which has since been worn away, has been estimated at 170–300 kilometres (110–190 mi) across when it was formed, the latter estimate suggesting the initial crater was larger than Chicxulub crater, the largest mostly intact impact crater on Earth.
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Quick facts
| Country | South Africa |
|---|---|
| Continent / region | Africa |
| Coordinates (approx.) | 26.82°S, 27.42°E · view on map |
Vredefort impact structure is located in South Africa, in Africa.
More impact craters in South Africa
Kalkkop crater · Morokweng impact structure · Tswaing crater.
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