Which country has the most significant number of meteorite craters?

Meteorite impacts have created fascinating geological features all around the world. While there are meteorite craters on every continent, some countries have a much larger number of them than others.

Surprisingly, the country with the most significant number of meteorite craters is Russia. As of 2021, there are more than 200 confirmed impact craters in Russia, with the largest being the Vredefort crater, located in the Free State province of South Africa. Other countries with a large number of meteorite craters include the United States, Canada, Australia, and Brazil.

Meteorite craters can vary in size from small, simple craters to large, complex structures that are several kilometers in diameter. They form when a meteorite collides with the Earth's surface, creating an impact crater. The size and shape of the crater depend on various factors, such as the size and speed of the meteorite, the angle of impact, and the nature of the target rock.