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China lunar probe collects samples from the far side of the Moon

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Footage released by the China National Space Administration (CNSA) shows the ascender module of a Chinese lunar probe Chang'e-6 collecting samples from the moon's far side. IMAGES

Added on the 04/06/2024 03:37:10 - Copyright : AFPTV - First images

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