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The strange, cosmic origin of our closest companion

How did the Moon come to be? This video explores the evidence found in lunar rocks brought back by Apollo astronauts, revealing an origin story for our Moon that is far stranger than most imagine.

By examining the composition of rocks collected during the Apollo missions, scientists have uncovered vital clues regarding the Moon's formation. The evidence suggests a violent history where Earth may have effectively 'eaten' another planet, leaving behind the unique lunar body we see today.

Source: When Earth "Ate" A Planet

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