The Moon May Have Frost

The Moon May Have Frost

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Physics, Science

5th - 12th Grade

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NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has discovered potential water ice in craters near the moon's South Pole. Some craters exhibit bright regions with increased reflectance when illuminated by laser pulses from the spacecraft. Temperature readings indicate areas cold enough for water ice to remain stable, suggesting that very cold and bright areas could harbor surface frost.

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What did NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter find evidence of?

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Where on the moon did the orbiter find possible water ice?

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What do temperature readings reveal about certain areas on the moon?

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What characteristics do areas that could contain water ice have?

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How might water ice appear on the surface of the moon?

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