A discovery team based in Ahmedabad is investigating the Moon's south pole craters, which could be crucial for future human missions.
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A discovery team based in Ahmedabad is investigating the Moon's south pole craters, which could be crucial for future human missions.
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Newest first. Tap a step to see who reported it.- Chandrayaan-2 orbiter studies the lunar surface.Sub-event
Chandrayaan-2 team uses Ahmedabad base to study lunar south pole ice deposits.1 source
Lunar research program led by discovery team using Chandrayaan-2 data.1 source
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