NASA Discovers Moon Caves Ideal for Future Explorer Bases

Researchers have discovered a substantial underground cave on the moon, accessible from the Mare Tranquillitatis pit, which could serve as an ideal location for a future lunar base. The cave, likely an empty lava tube, offers natural protection against the harsh lunar environment and could be crucial for long-term lunar missions. The discovery, revealed through NASA's lunar reconnaissance orbiter data, highlights the potential of such caves for human habitats, providing stable temperatures and shielding from cosmic rays and micrometeorites.