Why Is the Moon So Two-Faced? Fresh Samples from the Lunar Far Side May Offer Answers
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On June 25 a piece of the moon fell to Earth, nearly two kilograms of rock and dust from the lunar crust, the first-ever material from the moon's far side, promising to reveal long-standing mysteries in planetary science.
Researchers believe the minerals in the far side samples could provide insights into why it differs from the near side, a unique aspect attributed to our planet's tidal influence, guiding efforts to unveil the moon's distinct composition and history.
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