For decades, planetary scientists have debated a fundamental question about the moon's early history: Did it once generate a powerful or a weak magnetic field? A new study suggests both options are ...

Moon rocks brought back by the Apollo missions exhibit surprising magnetic signatures. A recent study suggests these phenomena result from a major impact that temporarily amplified the Moon's magnetic ...

The lunar rocks collected by Apollo astronauts suggested the moon had a strong magnetic field. A new analysis shows the opposite. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate ...

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Did the moon have a strong or weak magnetic field in its early history? We may now know the truth. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Here’s how it works ...

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