Three Main Theories on Moon Origin Spark Fresh Study
Space experts weigh three main moon origin theories as Apollo 11 samples, now in quarantine at Houston, may clarify how the moon and solar system formed. Geologists like Harold Urey warn findings will raise new questions for future missions and deeper lunar study.
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U.N Moon Postcard Not Carried Aboard Apollo 11
U.S. space officials rejected Secretary General Thant's moon postcard after Mission Control chose to keep the laminated item off the spacecraft. The card carried 13 cent U.N. air mail stamps honoring the U.N. flag seal and charter preamble. Weight and decontamination concerns were cited in the operational decision.
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