Tag: Moon Exploration
Exploring the Diverse Sides of the Moon: NASA Study Insights
Scientists just figured out why the Moon looks so different on its two sides. The side we see from Earth, called the near side, is dark and covered in old lava flows. On the...
NASA’s VIPER Lunar Rover: Current Status and Challenges Ahead
NASA’s VIPER lunar rover is in a bit of a pickle, guys. It was all set to head to the moon this year, but then NASA was like, “Nah, we’re canceling it because of...
Private Mission to Moon: Paving the Way for Humanity’s Lunar Return
Private Mission to Moon: Paving the Way for Humanity's Lunar Return
A groundbreaking private mission to the moon is set to launch next month, aiming to pave the way for humanity's...
Ancient Volcanic Activity Revealed in First Rocks Returned from Moon’s Far Side
Samples collected from the far side of the moon by China's Chang'e-6 mission have provided scientists with a unique glimpse into the lunar history. These rocks, which were brought back to Earth in June,...
Exploring Europe’s JUICE Jupiter Probe Flyby of the Moon: Stunning Photos
Europe's JUICE Jupiter probe recently made a historic lunar flyby on August 19, 2024, capturing stunning photos of the moon during the encounter. The JUICE spacecraft, short for Jupiter Icy Moons Explorer, came within...
Discovering the Entrance to a Huge Moon Cave: Scientists’ Breakthrough
Scientists have made a groundbreaking discovery by finding an entrance to a huge moon cave on the lunar surface. This entrance, located in Mare Tranquillitatis, collapsed into a lava tube, making the underground cave...