NASA Highlights Incredible Lunar View Aboard Orion Spacecraft

NASA Highlights Incredible Lunar View Aboard Orion Spacecraft
NASA Highlights Incredible Lunar View Aboard Orion Spacecraft (NASA, Artemis 1 // APOD)

Every day, NASA treats us to a breathtaking view of the universe in the ‘Astronomy Picture of the Day‘. Today (8), the space agency shared a snapshot from the camera aboard the Orion spacecraft during the thrilling Artemis 1 mission on the Moon.

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The image was taken as the spacecraft approached the Moon for a return propulsion pass, revealing a spectacular view of the lunar surface, highlighting the Oceanus Procellarum, known as the Ocean of Storms, with its dark and smooth landscape.

The center of the image showcases the striking Marius crater, measuring 41 kilometers in diameter, and to the right is the Kepler crater.

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