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China Eyes Rimae Bode as Landing Site for First Crewed Moon Mission
New research identifies Rimae Bode on the lunar near side as the priority landing site for China's first crewed moon mission, calling it a 'geological museum' with five distinct terrain types.
Key Takeaways
- Rimae Bode identified as priority site for China's first crewed moon landing
- Region contains five distinct terrain types in one accessible area
- Volcanic rilles offer cross-sectional views of lunar geological history
- Mission planned before 2030; site selection is a key planning milestone
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