All articles tagged with #moon geology
Transient lunar phenomena (TLP), mysterious flashes observed on the Moon for centuries, are now believed to mainly result from meteorite impacts, with recent studies estimating up to 12.6 meteoroids hitting the Moon per hour, though some sightings remain unexplained and continue to intrigue scientists.
Scientists have used advanced microscopic techniques to analyze tiny orange beads on the Moon, revealing that they are volcanic glass formed from explosive eruptions over three billion years ago, providing new insights into the Moon's geologic history.
New analysis of tiny glass beads from lunar soil reveals that the Moon's volcanic past was more dynamic than previously thought, with eruptions trapping gases and water, providing insights into lunar and planetary volcanic processes and aiding future exploration efforts.