Japan probe sets course for Mars moon
The MMX spacecraft is on its way to Mars' moon Phobos to collect surface samples that could help answer long-standing questions about the formation of the…
DW reports that the MMX spacecraft is on its way to Mars' moon Phobos to collect surface samples that could help answer long-standing questions about the formation of the Solar System.
This science story centres on Japan. Names and organisations mentioned in the coverage include Mars, MMX and Mars'.
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