Researchers have discovered that lunar soil can produce water vapor when heated, allowing for potential future Moon base settlers to generate drinking water from Moon dirt.
Heating lunar soil at high temperatures reveals that it contains high concentrations of hydrogen and oxygen, which when extracted, can lead to the creation of potable water.
A gram of lunar soil can yield 51 to 76 milligrams of water, indicating that a ton could produce around 13 gallons, essential for sustaining lunar habitats.
The technique involves focusing sunlight with mirrors to heat lunar soil, which not only produces water vapor but also yields materials like iron that can aid in construction.
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