Artemis II Crew Observes Multiple Meteor Impacts on Moon

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Published: 2026-10-10
Category: science
Source: Mashable
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Artemis II astronauts orbiting the Moon observed five faint flashes from space rocks striking the lunar surface, likely the dimmest human-seen impact flashes. This observation, detailed in their preliminary science report, offers NASA valuable data on meteorite impact frequency and risk, crucial for planning future lunar bases and long-duration missions.

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