Short Wave A Tale Of Two Lunar Landing Attempts
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Two Lunar Landings
- Russia and India both attempted moon landings.
- Only India succeeded, landing near the moon's south pole.
Importance of the Moon's South Pole
- The moon's south pole is of interest because it may contain frozen water.
- Water is important for future missions, as drinking water and fuel.
Challenges of Moon Landing
- Landing on the moon is difficult due to the lack of atmosphere.
- India learned from a 2019 crash and improved their technology.