Historical Events tagged with "calcium"
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Space Exploration
SMART-1 Identifies Elements on the Moon's Surface
January 15th, 2005 20 years ago
The SMART-1 lunar orbiter, operated by the European Space Agency (ESA), successfully detected significant surface elements on the Moon, including calcium, aluminum, silicon, and iron. This discovery came after its extensive journey and deployment around the lunar body, enhancing our understanding of its composition. The information gathered is vital for future lunar exploration and potential resource utilization on the Moon.
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