Evolution of Lunar Magma Ocean

Have you ever wondered how the dark and bright regions of the Moon formed? In this video, you will learn how they emerged from an ancient Moon that was surrounded by a magma ocean. The video was produced by Professor Timothy Swindle at the Lunar and Planetary Laboratory, University of Arizona, and is part of the LPI-JSC Center for Lunar Science and Exploration.

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