REVEALED: First look at China’s Chang’e-6 lunar samples brought back by the returner

UNBOXING OF CHANG’E-6 LUNAR SAMPLES: The returner of the Chang’e-6 lunar probe, with the first samples ever collected from the far side of the moon, has been opened. It was opened at a ceremony in Beijing on Wednesday afternoon. Chang’e-6 Returned with Moon’s Dark Side Secrets! China’s Chang’e-6 lunar probe has made a triumphant return, bringing back groundbreaking samples from the far side of the moon! This historic mission, a global first, has reignited scientific curiosity worldwide. Earlier Tuesday, Chang’e-6 touched down in north China’s Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region, carrying precious rock and soil samples from the moon’s mysterious far side. Unlocking Lunar Mysteries: Chinese scientists are buzzing with excitement, expecting to find volcanic rocks dating back 2.5 million years! These samples could revolutionize our understanding of the moon’s geographic differences and its evolutionary secrets. The Far Side Revealed: Unlike the familiar near side seen from Earth, the far side of the moon boasts rugged mountains and impact craters. This contrasts sharply with the smooth plains of the near side. Chang’e-5’s Legacy: Just four years ago, Chang’e-5 brought back kilograms of lunar samples from the near side, shocking the scientific community with the youngest lunar basalt samples, a new lunar mineral, and significant water traces. Scientific Impact: The Chang’e-5 samples have already been distributed to 114 research teams, revealing deeper insights into the moon’s history and its potential for future discoveries. Stay tuned as we delve into the incredible findings from Chang’e-6’s far side samples! #chinaspace #changE6 #chinanews