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NASA orbiter discovers rare 'once-in-a-century' Moon crater

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NASA's Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has identified a significant lunar crater, named McGetchin, which was formed by a rare impact event in 2024. The crater measures 728 feet in diameter and is considered a once-in-a-century discovery due to the unusual nature of its formation. AI

RANK_REASON Discovery of a significant geological feature by a space agency's orbiter. [lever_c_demoted from research: ic=1 ai=0.0]

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NASA orbiter discovers rare 'once-in-a-century' Moon crater

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  1. Forbes — Innovation TIER_1 English(EN) · Jamie Carter, Senior Contributor ·

    NASA Orbiter Discovers ‘Once-In-A-Century’ Moon Crater

    NASA’s Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter has discovered McGetchin crater, a 728-foot-wide Moon crater created by a rare impact in 2024.

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