55.3% Waxing Moon

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Moon Maps within the Sea of Rains/Ocean of Storms and around Copernicus Crater.

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Unveiling the mysterious Moon with the latest LPR tech, scientists have uncovered a five-layer volcanic rock formation that dates back billions of years. Fascinatingly, the thickness of each layer signifies varying degrees of volcanic activity. This discovery is a significant milestone in unraveling the secrets of our planet's history, paving the way for a better understanding of life beyond Earth. #MoonMapping #ScientificDiscovery #NewHorizons

https://bigthink.com/hard-science/moon-map/?utm_source=flipboard&utm_content=HariTulsidas%2Fmagazine%2FMind+and+Matter#:~:text=New%20Moon%20map%20reveals%20structure

New Moon map reveals structures hidden beneath the lunar surface

By looking down, scientists are looking back in time. And by better understanding the Moon's history, we can better understand Earth's.

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