Why the Moon’s Icy South Pole is a Hot Target for NASA

NASA (.gov)·Jan 21

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NASA is showing interest in the moon's icy south pole, which may hold significant amounts of water ice, potentially useful for future astronauts. The presence of water ice on the moon is also part of a broader discussion about ice and water activity in the solar system, with some outlets mentioning similar features on other celestial bodies, such as Enceladus. However, it is unclear whether these discussions are directly related to NASA's plans for the moon or are separate areas of study.

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Why the Moon’s Icy South Pole is a Hot Target for NASA

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