NASA | New Craters on the Moon

The video discusses the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LRO) and its mission to collect data about the moon. It highlights the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera (LROC), which consists of three cameras used for high-resolution imaging and mapping. The video explains the process of identifying new impact craters on the moon by comparing before and after images, using algorithms to automate detection. It also covers the discovery of secondary craters and the challenges in confirming their existence.

What is the primary mission of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter?

• To study the sun

• To collect data for future lunar missions

• To observe distant galaxies

• To explore Mars

How many cameras does the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Camera (LROC) have?

• One

• Four

• Two

• Three

What method is used to identify new impact craters on the moon?

• Using a telescope

• Comparing before-and-after images

• Sending astronauts to the moon

• Analyzing moon rocks

What is the success rate of the algorithm developed to find new craters?

• 100%

• 90%

• 70%

• 50%

What was discovered after analyzing the bright flash recorded by a video camera?

• A new planet

• An 18-meter diameter crater

• A new moon

• A large asteroid