PolyU acquires lunar soil samples from Chang'e-5 mission

The research team at The Hong Kong Polytechnic University (PolyU) has successfully acquired lunar soil samples collected in the Chang'e-5 mission from the China National Space Administration, including a 400 mg surface sample and a 42.6 mg deep drill sample.

They have brought the samples back to the university and stored them in a system for lunar soil storage and analysis. Developing and using a world-class device, researchers are able to conduct an in-depth analysis of the lunar soil without removing it from the storage environment.

PolyU researchers will explore the presence of water in the lunar soil, which will provide valuable insights for future studies on the formation of soil on the moon and other atmosphereless celestial bodies, as well as the analysis of water resources generated by solar wind implantation.

Additionally, the team also plans to apply for lunar soil samples from the far side of the moon through the Chang'e-6 mission to further contribute to humanity's understanding of the moon and space.