Scientists find lunar 'magnetic fossil' in Chang'e-6 samples

LearningWire newsroom brief · 2h ago · 1 min read · via phys.org

The moon no longer has a global magnetic field, but lunar rocks and soils still contain records of ancient magnetism. Studying the magnetic minerals in these samples can help scientists understand how the moon's magnetic field evolved over time.

The moon no longer has a global magnetic field, but lunar rocks and soils still contain records of ancient magnetism. Studying the magnetic minerals in these samples can help scientists understand how the moon's magnetic field evolved over time. This story matters for Science & Discovery readers tracking science. Reported by phys.org. Read the full original at the source link below.

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