JOURNAL ARTICLE

Hidden lunar quakes revealed.

  • Published In: Science News, 2024, v. 206, n. 3. P. 14 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: GROSSMAN, LISA 3 of 3

Abstract

A reanalysis of data from the NASA Apollo missions has revealed evidence of tens of thousands of previously unrecognized moonquakes. By examining the shapes of seismic waves recorded on the moon, researchers discovered 22,000 never-before-seen moonquakes, bringing the total known number to 35,000. These findings suggest that the moon is more tectonically active than previously thought and could have implications for future human missions. The data also revealed that shallow moonquakes are more common in the northern hemisphere, near the Apollo 15 landing site, possibly due to the presence of solidified magma streams. This research will aid in planning lunar missions and building structures on the moon. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2024/08, Vol. 206, Issue 3, p14
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Engineering
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:178896212
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