6 Minute English
Learning lessons from the Moon
Dec 21, 2023
Scientists explore the fascination with the moon and its potential role in understanding Earth's beginnings. They discuss the significance of preserving the moon's history and its impact on Earth. The discovery of water on the moon and its relation to Earth's water is also discussed.
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- The renewed interest in lunar missions is due to the moon's ability to preserve the history of the early solar system and its lack of atmosphere.
- Studying the moon's water and minerals can offer valuable insights into the origins of water on Earth and the early solar system.
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The New Race for the Moon
Several decades after the first moon landing, there has been a renewed interest in returning to the moon. In 2023, both Russia and India launched spacecrafts to reach the moon. While Russia's rocket crashed on landing, India's Chandrayaan 3 successfully landed, becoming the fourth country to accomplish this feat. The sudden renewed interest in the moon raises the question of why countries are pursuing lunar missions once again.
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