"Shrinking Moon: Uncovering Turbulent Reality and Risks for Future Missions"
TL;DR
The Moon is slowly shrinking, leading to potential landslides and quakes near the lunar South Pole, a concern for future NASA missions. A recent study suggests that shallow moonquakes could result from slip events on existing faults or the formation of new thrust faults, emphasizing the need to consider the stability of future lunar outposts. The research, focusing on tectonic activity near the Moon's South Pole, analyzed imagery from the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and Apollo mission seismometer recordings, providing valuable insights for planning future Moon landings and lunar bases.
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