Hey space enthusiasts! 🚀 Have you ever dreamed of touching the moon? Well, here's the next best thing! Lunar samples collected by China's Chang'e-6 mission from the far side of the moon are making their grand debut at the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China) in Zhuhai City, south China's Guangdong Province. 🌕
These precious moon rocks, weighing about 75 milligrams, are the first public welfare samples from Chang'e-6. They were scooped up from the largest, deepest, and oldest impact crater on the moon's far side—talk about out-of-this-world! 🌌 It's where the lunar crust is thinnest, making these samples super special for understanding our lunar neighbor.
Visitors can get up close and personal with these celestial treasures. \"The lunar samples are expected to draw significant public interest,\" said Zhang Tao, an official with the China National Space Administration (CNSA). And who wouldn't be excited? It's a piece of the moon right before your eyes!
But wait, there's more! The exhibition also showcases the Chang'e-6 return capsule, the parachute that safely delivered the lunar goodies back to Earth, and the sealed container used for collecting the moon soil. It's like stepping into a sci-fi movie, but this is 100% real! 🎬
In June, Chang'e-6 made history by bringing back 1,935.3 grams of lunar samples from the moon's far side—the first time ever in human history! 🌟 These samples are a big deal. They help scientists understand how the moon evolved, speed up peaceful space exploration, and might just be the key to future lunar resources. It's not just China's achievement; it's a giant leap for all humanity! 🌍
Airshow China, running from November 12 to 17, isn't just about rockets and planes. Since 1996, it's been the place to be for the latest and greatest in aviation and aerospace tech from around the globe. So if you're in the neighborhood, don't miss out on this cosmic event! ✈️🌠
Ready to be starstruck? This is your chance to witness history and maybe even snap the ultimate space selfie! 📸✨
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
