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Moon rock sample
Moon rock sample. The Apollo moon landings from 1969 to 1972 returned 2, 415 samples and over 380 kilograms of moon rock. Most of this is kept in Houston in the USA, but several hundred samples were presented to other governments and research institutions around the world. Stolen samples can fetch very high prices. Moon rocks are extremely old compared to Earth rocks, dating from between 4.5 and 3.2 billion years ago. Studying moon rock helps reveal the conditions present in the early solar system when the Moon and Earth were forming. This is a sample of lunar basalt, an extrusive volcanic rock formed due to rapid cooling of lava at the Moons surface
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This print showcases a precious moon rock sample, a relic from the historic Apollo moon landings that took place between 1969 and 1972. These extraordinary missions brought back an astounding collection of 2,415 samples, weighing over 380 kilograms in total. While the majority of these lunar treasures are safeguarded in Houston, USA, numerous samples were generously shared with governments and research institutions worldwide. Moon rocks hold immense value due to their scarcity and can command exorbitant prices on the black market. Dating back an astonishing 4.5 to 3.2 billion years ago, they provide invaluable insights into the early solar system's conditions during the Moon and Earth's formation. The featured sample is composed of lunar basalt—an igneous volcanic rock formed by rapid cooling of lava on the Moon's surface. Its presence here symbolizes both its geological rarity and scientific significance as it aids researchers in unraveling mysteries about our planetary past. Displayed within a plastic pyramid-shaped holder in this still life composition, this single piece represents countless hours of meticulous study conducted by NASA scientists and selenologists alike. It serves as a tangible connection to humanity's remarkable achievements during the Apollo missions—a testament to our insatiable curiosity about our celestial neighbors. Captured through expert lensmanship by Science Photo Library, this image transports us into the realm of planetary science while reminding us of humankind's relentless pursuit for knowledge beyond our own planet throughout the twentieth century.
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