Our Startling First Glimpse of the Far Side of the Moon

The video explores the moon's constant face towards Earth due to tidal locking, revealing the far side's mysteries. The Luna 3 mission first captured images of the far side, showing stark geological differences from the near side. These differences include fewer lava plains and a thicker crust on the far side. Comparisons are made with other celestial bodies like Mars and Pluto. Theories suggest asteroid impacts shaped the moon's features, and future explorations aim to uncover more secrets.

How did the early impacts on the moon contribute to the differences observed between its sides?

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What are some of the mysteries that remain regarding the moon's far side?

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