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Podcast: Astronomy Daily: Space News Updates
Episode: Apollo's Legacy Mystery, Blue Origin's Next Steps, and Orionid Wonders
Description: Moon Rock Challenges Lunar History:Â A tiny moon rock collected by Apollo 17, sample 76535, is revolutionizing our understanding of the Moon's early history. New simulations suggest it formed deep within the Moon's crust and rose to the surface 4.25 billion years ago through a gentle process rather than a violent impact. This finding indicates that the Moon's large impact basins could be 300 million years older than previously thought, prompting a reevaluation of the heavy bombardment period that shaped early planetary conditions.Blue Origin's New Glenn Rocket Launch:Â Blue Origin is preparing for the second launch of its New Gl...