Why Scientists Are Re-examining the Last Samples From the Moon | BBC Earth Science

More than 50 years after the last Apollo crewed landing on the Moon, the lunar samples brought back to Earth are still being studied. Researchers are using analysis techniques that did not exist during the Apollo missions to re-examine these rocks. The work is adding clues about the Moon's far side and its history.

• Apollo-era lunar rock samples are being studied again
• New technology is used on samples that were collected decades ago
• Research aims to reveal clues about the Moon's far side and its history
• Part of the BBC Earth Science series Science's Greatest Mysteries (2022)

More than 50 years after astronauts last walked on the Moon, the samples they brought home are still helping scientists answer new questions. By studying these lunar rocks with technology that didn't exist during the Apollo missions, researchers are uncovering clues about the Moon's mysterious far side and its extraordinary history. From Science's Greatest Mysteries (2022). Best of Earth Science: http://bit.ly/EarthLabOriginals Best of BBC Earth: http://bit.ly/TheBestOfBBCEarthVideos This is a channel from BBC Studios who help fund new BBC programmes. Service information and feedback: http://bbcworldwide.com/vod-feedback--contact-details.aspx