Chang’e-6: How the rock samples re • Table.Briefings

The Chang’e-6 probe’s lander-ascender combination on the lunar surface: The photo was taken on June 3 by a mini-rover that was released from the probe.

The Chang’e-6 probe began its return journey on Tuesday morning. China is close to becoming the first country to collect samples from the dark side of the moon. Scientists hope that this will provide answers to questions about the origins of the solar system.

The Chinese probe Chang’e-6 has begun its return journey from the far side of the moon. With its successful departure, China has come closer to its goal of being the first country to bring back samples from the far side of the moon.

Chang’e-6: How the rock samples return to Earth

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