How Saturn's moon Tethys survived a world-shattering impact
In short: Explore the geological mysteries of Tethys, a moon of Saturn that bears the scars of a massive collision. This video examines the features that suggest it survived an impact large enough to shatter a world.
The video investigates the unusual features of Tethys' icy shell, including a massive crater that covers half of the moon's diameter. It also examines a colossal trench encircling the body and a thermal anomaly famously known for its resemblance to the character Pac-Man.
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