China's First Moon Landing: Chang'e 3 Mission Explained

Discover when China landed on the moon and the significance of the Chang'e 3 mission in space exploration.

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China accomplished its first moon landing with the Chang'e 3 mission on December 14, 2013. This mission successfully landed the Yutu rover, marking a significant milestone in the country's space exploration endeavors.

FAQs & Answers

  1. What was the significance of the Chang'e 3 mission? The Chang'e 3 mission marked China's first successful moon landing, establishing the country as a major player in space exploration.
  2. What did the Yutu rover do? The Yutu rover explored the lunar surface, conducting various scientific experiments and gathering valuable data about the moon.
  3. When did China start its lunar exploration program? China's lunar exploration program began in 2004 with the launch of the Chang'e 1 orbiter.
  4. What are the future plans for China's lunar missions? China plans to further its lunar exploration efforts, including missions to return lunar samples and potential manned lunar landings.

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