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Apollo 17 sample of lunar basalt
Apollo 17 sample of lunar basalt. The dark areas visible on the Moon (the lunar maria) are plains of flood basaltic lava flows. Lunar basalts differ from terrestrial ones in their high iron content and wide range of titanium concentrations. Lunar basalts range from 4.2 to 1.2 billion years old, with most being around 3 to 3.5 billion years old. The Apollo moon landings from 1969 to 1972 returned 2, 415 samples and over 380 kilograms of moon rock. Studying moon rock helps reveal the conditions present in the early solar system when the Moon and Earth were forming. This sample has a diameter of 15 millimetres and weighs 1.1 grams
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10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Discover the lunar wonders with our Media Storehouse Photographic Prints. This captivating image showcases an Apollo 17 sample of lunar basalt, a testament to the Moon's volcanic past. The dark lunar maria, or plains, are the result of ancient basaltic lava flows. Bring the mystery and wonder of space into your home or office with this striking, high-quality print from Science Photo Library. A perfect addition to any room, this print will ignite the imagination and inspire awe in all who see it.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Product Size is 20.3cm x 25.4cm (8" x 10")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases an Apollo 17 sample of lunar basalt, offering a glimpse into the ancient history of our celestial neighbor. The dark regions visible on the Moon's surface, known as lunar maria, are vast plains formed by flood basaltic lava flows. What sets these lunar basalts apart from their terrestrial counterparts is their high iron content and wide range of titanium concentrations. Dating back between 4.2 to 1.2 billion years old, with most samples around 3 to 3.5 billion years old, these moon rocks hold invaluable information about the early solar system and the formation of both Earth and Moon. It was during the Apollo moon landings from 1969 to 1972 that a remarkable collection of over 380 kilograms (841 pounds) of moon rock was brought back to Earth. This particular sample featured in the photo has a diameter measuring at just 15 millimeters but weighs an impressive 1.1 grams. Its significance lies not only in its size but also in its contribution towards unraveling mysteries surrounding our planetary origins. As we delve deeper into selenology (the study of the Moon), this extraordinary piece serves as a testament to human ingenuity and scientific exploration during one of humanity's greatest achievements - the Apollo missions led by NASA in collaboration with international partners. Captured beautifully by Science Photo Library, this image invites us to appreciate both the historical significance and geological wonders contained within this small yet mighty piece of lunar history.
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