NASA | LRO's Diviner Takes the Moon's Temperature

The video explains lunar eclipses, which occur when the Earth's shadow covers the moon, and describes what a lunar eclipse would look like from the moon's perspective. It highlights the scientific opportunities presented by such events, particularly for studying the moon's surface. NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter uses the eclipse to measure temperature variations on the moon, providing insights into the surface's roughness and rock density. These measurements are more precise than those from Earth-based telescopes, offering new information about the moon's geology.

How do rough areas of the moon cool compared to smoother areas during a lunar eclipse?

What advancements does the Elrose diviner instrument bring to lunar studies?