Dr. Noah Petro, Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter Project Scientist, joins hosts Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik to discuss the reasons behind the current rush of countries launching new probes and missions to the Moon after decades of inactivity. Petro explains how the Moon's south pole has become an area of major interest due to its potential resources, environments, and geology. He also reflects on how findings from Apollo and Chandrayaan-1 missions sparked a renaissance in lunar exploration and the search for water.

Don't miss this insider's look into the fascinating science behind the new space race back to the Moon!: https://twit.tv/shows/this-week-in-space/episodes/76

Hosts: Rod Pyle and Tariq Malik

Guest: Dr. Noah Petro

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