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Recent studies of Apollo mission lunar samples have pinpointed the moon’s crystallization date to approximately 4.43 billion years ago. This research, led by scientists from the University of Chicago, utilized advanced techniques to analyze rare minerals in moon rocks, revealing insights into both lunar and Earth formation. The moon likely formed from debris after a massive collision with Earth and cooled rapidly, forming a crust that insulated it. By examining isotopes of lutetium and hafnium, researchers determined the moon was nearly solidified around 4.45 billion years ago, marking a significant moment in Earth’s history as well. This finding could enhance our understanding as new lunar missions are launched.
What do you think are the implications of this research for future lunar exploration and our understanding of Earth’s history?
Source: https://www.moondaily.com/reports/L…_pinpoint_when_the_moon_crystallized_999.html
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