China’s Yutu 2 rover investigating ‘mystery house’ spotted on the far side of the moon

China’s Yutu 2 rover investigating ‘mystery house’ spotted on the far side of the moon

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Science, Other, Physics

11th Grade - University

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A rover on the moon's far side discovered a cube-shaped object, sparking interest and speculation. The rover, which landed in 2019, has been exploring the Von Karmen crater. The object, spotted in November, is likely a boulder formed by space debris impacts. This aligns with studies on the moon's subsurface. The discovery was reported by space.com and discussed by journalist Andrew Jones.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What significant event took place on January 3rd, 2019, involving the rover?

The rover communicated with Mars.

The rover returned to Earth.

The rover discovered water on the moon.

The rover landed safely on the moon's far side.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the 'Mystery Hut' likely to be, according to space journalist Andrew Jones?

A piece of space debris

A boulder

A new type of mineral

An alien structure

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the distance of the unidentified object from the rover?

200 meters

100 meters

50 meters

80 meters

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the rover's mission related to the moon's subsurface?

To establish a base

To find water

To map varying layers

To collect samples

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organization is affiliated with the science outreach channel that published the rover's diary?

European Space Agency

NASA

Indian Space Research Organisation

China National Space Administration