NASA | Recent Geological Activity on the Moon

The video discusses recent findings about the moon's geological changes. Initially thought to be shrinking, new evidence shows the moon is also expanding in some areas, forming features called graben. This challenges previous beliefs that the moon was geologically inactive. The video explains how the moon's thermal history and the formation of a magma ocean contribute to these changes. The Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission has provided evidence of ongoing geological activity, indicating the moon is not as geologically dead as once thought.

What are graben, and what do they indicate about the moon's geological processes?

How does the moon's current state of contraction relate to its history?

Discuss the significance of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter mission findings.

What evidence was found regarding the moon's geological activity?

What misconceptions about the moon's geological activity were addressed in the findings?