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Scientists find lunar 'magnetic fossil' in Chang'e-6 samples

The moon no longer has a global magnetic field, but lunar rocks and soils still contain records of ancient magnetism. Studying the magnetic minerals in these samples can help scientists understand how the moon's magnetic field evolved over time.

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