NASA discovers new lunar crater 'McGetchin'
A NASA scan discovered a new lunar crater, named McGetchin, measuring 730 feet (222 metres) wide. Scientists believe it was formed in the spring of 2024 when a comet or asteroid collided with the Moon. Described as a once-in-a-century find, the crater offers fresh data on the frequency of large impacts on the lunar surface.
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- NASA identified a new Moon crater named McGetchin.
- It measures about 222 metres (730 feet) across.
- It is believed to have formed in spring 2024 from a comet or asteroid impact.
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