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1. Full Moon

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   Luminosity Fluctuation
   While often treated as a constant, the illuminated surface area fluctuates slightly due to libration, the apparent wobble of the Moon (natural satellite)/) as viewed from Earth. Furthermore, the albedo- (reflectivity) of lunar maria (dark plains) is lower than that of the lunar highlands, leading to minor differences in perceived illumination depending on the exact topographical features currently centered in the di…

2. Lunar And Planetary Institute/…

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   Isotopic Memory and Chronometry
   The Chronometry Division focuses on determining the relative ages of planetary surfaces by analyzing the decay rates of hypothetical 'tachyonic isotopes' believed to be trapped within refractory minerals. This research suggests that the age discrepancy observed between the highlands and maria of the Moon is not primarily due to [impact saturation](/entries…