'Hidden structures' discovered deep beneath the dark side of the moon

Scientists have analyzed data from China's Chang'e-4 lander to reveal the geological history of the moon's far side. The findings show layers of dust, rock, and ancient lava flows that provide insight into the moon's formation.
Why it matters
Understanding the moon's subsurface structure helps scientists reconstruct the early history of the solar system and planetary evolution.
play icon Scientists Might Finally Know What’s Going on in the Moon’s Core ZMG - Amaze Lab / VideoElephant Scientists have uncovered billions of years’ worth of secrets buried beneath the surface of the moon .
The article reports on scientific findings published in a peer-reviewed journal without political bias.
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