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Mars moon sample-return mission set to launch, targeting 10g of Phobos dust

A spacecraft is scheduled to launch on a mission to collect and return 10 grams of material from a Martian moon, likely Phobos, to Earth. The mission's success hinges on complex orbital mechanics and sample retrieval, with scientific value in understanding planetary formation. This marks a notable step in planetary science, though no specific timeline or agency details are provided.

BBC News2 days agoengCredibility 26%View source

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