NASA Identifies Largest Recent Lunar Crater Formed Two Years Ago
Scientists have identified a large new crater on the moon, formed by a powerful impact about two years ago that initially went undetected. Measuring approximately 728 feet wide and 141 feet deep, it is the largest recent impact crater in the solar system, occurring roughly once every 132 years. NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter discovered the crater on the moon's near side in May 2024, with confirmation in early 2025. Named after Thomas McGetchin, the crater offers valuable insights as NASA plans a lunar base.
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mint broke this story on 16 Sept, 07:30 pm. Other outlets followed.
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