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China's Chang'e-6 Lunar Probe Returns with 2 kg of Samples from Moon's Far Side

Jun 25, 2024, 07:04 AM

China's Chang'e-6 lunar probe has successfully returned to Earth, marking a historic achievement by bringing back the first-ever samples from the moon's far side. The return capsule landed in Siziwang Banner, Inner Mongolia, at 06:07 UTC on June 25, 2024, concluding a technically complex 53-day mission. The samples, including 2 kg of soil, are expected to provide valuable insights into the geological differences between the near and far sides of the moon, potentially answering fundamental questions about lunar science. This mission underscores China's growing capabilities in space exploration and contributes to global scientific knowledge. The China National Space Administration (CNSA) oversaw the mission.