NEW YORK, BRONX (ORDO News) — The moon has always seemed to hide many secrets, and one of them was the extensive lava tubes located in its depths. Images taken by the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter (LROC) confirm the existence of huge lava tubes stretching for tens of kilometers.
These lava tubes are evidence of ancient geological activity on the Moon. They were created by volcanic eruptions when hot lava cooled to form a crust, and the flow of lava within that crust created these tubes. Over time, many of them collapsed due to seismic activity and impact phenomena, leaving behind a chain of unique holes and potholes.
However, the most surprising aspect of this discovery is the size of the lava tubes. In some places they reach a diameter of 500 meters. This means they could house entire cities, giving scientists and future lunar explorers not only vast space, but also a stable temperature of around 17°C.
These features make lava tubes on the Moon ideal candidates for future lunar bases. They provide protection from cosmic radiation, solar flares and meteorite impacts , making them attractive to space agencies that see the Moon as the next step in space exploration.
Studying these lava tubes also opens up the possibility of better understanding the history of the Moon and its geological evolution. Scientific research can help unlock the secrets of this celestial body’s past and provide insight into what other treasures it may be hiding.
However, despite all these potential benefits, it is still a mystery how some of these lava tubes have raised sides instead of the expected collapsed pits. This raises new questions and requires additional research to understand what mechanics are involved here.
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