Scientists Grow Chickpeas in Simulated Moon Dirt for Lunar Missions

Scientists have successfully grown chickpeas in 'moon dirt,' a significant step towards enabling astronauts to produce their own food during long-term lunar missions.

6 Mar, 05:13 — 6 Mar, 05:13

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With lunar missions looming, scientists grow chickpeas in 'moon dirt'

The development marks a step toward enabling astronauts on long-term moon missions to produce their own food.

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With lunar missions looming, scientists grow chickpeas in 'moon dirt'

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Scientists Grow Chickpeas in Simulated Moon Dirt for Lunar Missions

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With lunar missions looming, scientists grow chickpeas in 'moon dirt'

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