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3. SITE ANALYSIS
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Figure 2: Lunar South Pole (Source:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Lunar_south_pole#/media/File:Lunar_south_pole_geology.jpg
Figure 2 : Lunar south pole
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The lunar south pole has emerged as a significant focal point for future exploration and
potential habitation on the Moon. This region is of particular interest due to its unique features
and resources. Permanently shadowed regions (PSRs) at the lunar south pole have been found
to contain water ice and various valuable minerals, as confirmed by missions like Chandrayan.
These resources are essential for supporting sustained human activity on the Moon, offering a
potential source of water and other critical elements. Additionally, the southern pole's crater
rims receive consistent sunlight for extended periods, making them promising locations for
generating solar energy to power lunar habitats and scientific outposts. Exploring the lunar
south pole presents an exciting opportunity for scientists and explorers to uncover new insights
about the Moon's history, geology, and potential for supporting future missions deeper into
space.
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