Why is the Moon shrinking and what does it mean for the Earth?
Our moon is quietly shrinking, causing thousands of new cracks and moonquakes. Scientists have identified over 1,100 new surface fractures, particularly in the lunar plains, indicating a dynamic, contracting celestial body. This discovery has significant implications for future NASA missions like Artemis, emphasizing the need for safety and understanding of lunar seismic activity.
Our moon is quietly shrinking, causing thousands of new cracks and moonquakes. Scientists have identified over 1,100 new surface fractures, particularly in the lunar plains, indicating a dynamic, contracting celestial body. This discovery has significant implications for future NASA missions like Artemis, emphasizing the need for safety and understanding of lunar seismic activity.
