Lunar Features

Lunar Features NASA Wants to Explore

• Craters:

  • Deep holes on the Moon's surface caused by space rocks hitting it. Scientists want to know how old they are and what they can tell us about the Moon's history.

• Seas (Mare):

  • Flat plains on the Moon that look like seas from Earth. They aren't filled with water but are made of solid rock. We want to learn how they formed.

• Mountains:

  • The Moon has tall mountains. By studying them, we can learn about the forces that shaped the Moon's surface.

• Valleys:

  • Low areas between mountains or hills. Exploring valleys helps us understand the Moon's landscape and how it changed over time.

• Rocks and Minerals:

  • Different rocks and minerals are found on the Moon. Studying them helps us know what the Moon is made of.

  • Rock Types

• Ice Deposits:

  • There is ice at the Moon's poles. We want to explore how much is there and if it can be used for water or making fuel.

• Caves and Tunnels:

  • The Moon has underground caves and tunnels. We want to see if astronauts could use them for shelter.

• Regolith (Moon Dust):

  • The Moon's surface is covered in a layer of dust called regolith. We need to know more about it, especially if astronauts are going to walk on the Moon again.

• Magnetic Fields:

  • Some areas of the Moon have strange magnetic fields. We want to learn why they exist and how they affect the Moon's surface.

• Gravitational Variations:

  • Gravity on the Moon isn't the same everywhere. By studying this, we can learn about the Moon's interior.