China's Lunar Base Plans: Exploring Moon Caves for Underground Bases
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China is considering building lunar bases in the caves, known as lava tubes, found on the Moon's surface. These caves, formed by ancient volcanic activity, offer a natural shield against extreme temperatures and radiation. China plans to explore these lava tubes using robotic systems and eventually establish a crewed lunar research base with support facilities at the entrance of the tube.
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