China lunar probe takes off from Moon carrying samples

Video Credit: AFP English
Published on June 4, 2024 - Duration: 01:21s

China lunar probe takes off from Moon carrying samples

A Chinese probe carrying samples from the far side of the Moon has started its journey back to Earth, according to the country's space agency.

Material collected from the far side may shed light on how the Moon formed in the first place.


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