This article was published on July 9, 2020

Newly discovered Moon metals make scientists rethink its origin story

The unexpected discovery of high concentrations of metal on the Moon suggest the origin story of our planetary companion may need revision.


Newly discovered Moon metals make scientists rethink its origin story Image by: Unsplash: Neven Krcmarek
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An artist’s concept of the the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) soaring around the Moon.
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The Moon is our constant companion, but details of its origin remain a mystery. Image credit: NASA/GSFC/ASU

This article was originally published on The Cosmic Companion by James Maynard, founder and publisher of The Cosmic Companion. He is a New England native turned desert rat in Tucson, where he lives with his lovely wife, Nicole, and Max the Cat. You can read this original piece here.

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