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BBC Inside Science

Why do we want to go back to the Moon?

Sep 14, 2023
Discover the mini space race to the Moon's South Pole, the search for water with implications for space exploration, the release of water voles in the Lake District, the challenges of distinguishing real and deepfake voices, and the fascinating ways animals bend time.
28:06

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  • The Luna 25 and Chandrayaan 3 spacecraft are exploring the Moon's South Pole to search for water, which could have significant implications for understanding the Solar System.
  • Research shows that deepfake voice technology is becoming more convincing, raising concerns about its potential misuse in fraud and deception. Individuals should be cautious and verify information.

Deep dives

Missions to the Moon's South Pole

Two spacecraft, Luna 25 from Russia and Chandrayaan 3 from India, are currently orbiting the moon. They aim to land on the Luna South Pole, a region that holds clues about the Earth's formation and the origins of water. As the moon lacks an atmosphere, its history remains preserved in its craters. The South Pole, in particular, is shadowed and contains deep craters that may still harbor ancient water ice. These missions will study the moon's craters, search for water, and gather valuable information about our planet's early evolution.

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