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New clues to the Moon's distant past.
- Source :
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Astronomy . Dec2011, Vol. 39 Issue 12, p34-39. 6p. 3 Color Photographs, 5 Black and White Photographs, 3 Diagrams. - Publication Year :
- 2011
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Abstract
- The article discusses research on the Moon using data from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) and the Lunar Crater Observation and Sensing Satellite (LCROSS) by scientists including Tim Glotch, Justin Hagerty, and Jessica Sunshine. Information is provided on findings related to silica-rich mounds on the basaltic maria, lunar impact craters, and water on the moon. Other topics include the discovery of mercury and silver in lunar water, wrinkle ridges, and the South Pole-Aitken (SPA) impact.
Details
- Language :
- English
- ISSN :
- 00916358
- Volume :
- 39
- Issue :
- 12
- Database :
- Academic Search Index
- Journal :
- Astronomy
- Publication Type :
- Periodical
- Accession number :
- 67260983