🚀 Historic Lunar Soil Return by China! 🚀
For the first time in history, China has successfully returned soil samples from the far side of the Moon. The capsule, released from the Chang’e-6 probe, landed in northern China with the aid of a parachute. Chinese television network CGTN shared the video of the landing.
The collected materials are estimated to be around four billion years old, offering invaluable insights into the Moon’s ancient history. Excitingly, China plans to launch the Chang’e-7 probe in 2026 and Chang’e-8 in 2028.
Stay with us for more groundbreaking updates in space exploration! 🌌🔭
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For the first time in history, China has successfully returned soil samples from the far side of the Moon. The capsule, released from the Chang’e-6 probe, landed in northern China with the aid of a parachute. Chinese television network CGTN shared the video of the landing.
The collected materials are estimated to be around four billion years old, offering invaluable insights into the Moon’s ancient history. Excitingly, China plans to launch the Chang’e-7 probe in 2026 and Chang’e-8 in 2028.
Stay with us for more groundbreaking updates in space exploration! 🌌🔭
@science