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New Moon Ridges Reveal Recent Geological Activity

2/5/2025

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Planetary scientists have discovered 266 wrinkle ridges on the moon's far side, hinting at geological activity within the last 160 million years. Unlike the near side's vast volcanic plains, these smaller, younger ridges suggest ongoing contraction and potential volcanism, raising exciting implications for future lunar exploration.

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Planetary scientists have discovered 266 wrinkle ridges on the moon's far side, hinting at geological activity within the last 160 million years. Unlike the near side's vast volcanic plains, these smaller, younger ridges suggest ongoing contraction and potential volcanism, raising exciting implications for future lunar exploration.