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Chang’e-6 moon soil reveals metallic iron never seen before in lunar samples
Times of India
October 6, 2026
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Recent analysis of lunar soil samples returned by China's Chang’e-6 mission revealed a unique form of iron. This iron, γ-Fe, exhibits exceptional magnetic properties, which could provide insights into the Moon's ancient magnetic field. Researchers suggest that extreme impacts on the lunar surface ca
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