Please explain: Why is NASA returning to the Moon?
28 Oct 2020

Please explain: Why is NASA returning to the Moon?

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Associate Professor Craig O’Neill, of Macquarie University's Department of Earth and Environmental Sciences, explains the interconnected reasons behind the renewed lunar push. This activity is best suited to Earth and Space and Chemistry students in Years 7, 8, and 10 … Continued
It’s confirmed. There is water on the Moon
27 Oct 2020

It’s confirmed. There is water on the Moon

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Flying telescope detects unique spectral signature. This exciting article and resource are best suited to Year 5, 7, 8, 9, and 10 Earth and Space, Chemistry and Physics students. It demonstrates an application for their understanding of minerals and the … Continued
The moon is rusting – and Earth is the reason why
10 Sep 2020

The moon is rusting – and Earth is the reason why

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Iron oxide shouldn’t form on the moon, and yet it does – and Earth’s oxygen may be to blame. This interesting article is well suited to Chemistry or Earth and Space students in years 5-10 who are learning about chemical … Continued