Historic Breakthrough: First Detailed Geological Map of Moon's South Pole by Chandrayaan-3
| Aspect | Details |
|---|---|
| Why in News? | First detailed geological map of the Moon's south pole created using Chandrayaan-3 data. |
| Key Contributors | Physical Research Laboratory (Ahmedabad), Panjab University (Chandigarh), ISRO's Laboratory for Electro-Optics Systems. |
| Terrain Features | Highlands, low-lying plains, and secondary craters formed by debris from Schomberger crater. |
| Age Estimation | Approximately 3.7 billion years, aligning with Earth's early microbial life era. |
| Scientific Impact | Enhances understanding of lunar geology, crater formation, and planetary evolution. |
| Magma Discovery | Chandrayaan-3's Pragyan rover detected ancient magma, confirming the Moon's past molten state. |