Studies reveal hidden secrets about interiors of the moon and the asteroid Vesta

Studies reveal hidden secrets about interiors of the moon and the asteroid Vesta

Analyzing gravity data collected by spacecraft orbiting other worlds reveals groundbreaking insights about planetary structures without having to land on the surface.

Two recent studies published by NASA have revealed fascinating details about the interior of the moon and the West asteroid, using a remarkable method: analysis of gravity measured from the distance, without ...

NASA Studies Uncover New Insights into Interiors of Moon and Vesta

Los Angeles CA (SPX) May 15, 2025 NASA researchers have made significant strides in understanding the internal structures of the Moon and the asteroid Vesta through advanced gravity mapping, offering new insights into the formation and composition of these celestial bodies. The first study, published May 14 in Nature, introduced a sophisticated gravity model of the Moon that captures tiny variations in its gravitational fi

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