A graphic simulation shows the orbiter and returner of China’s Chang’e 5 probe, which brought samples of the lunar surface back to Earth. Photo: AP
A graphic simulation shows the orbiter and returner of China’s Chang’e 5 probe, which brought samples of the lunar surface back to Earth. Photo: AP
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Chinese rocket’s moon crash won’t be dangerous but raises questions, experts say

  • Moon can withstand far bigger impacts, according to astronomers, but the object’s misidentification as SpaceX rocket shows the challenge of tracking space junk
  • The crash will add to the debris in orbit, responsibility for which should be borne by spacefaring nations, Hong Kong expert says

A graphic simulation shows the orbiter and returner of China’s Chang’e 5 probe, which brought samples of the lunar surface back to Earth. Photo: AP
A graphic simulation shows the orbiter and returner of China’s Chang’e 5 probe, which brought samples of the lunar surface back to Earth. Photo: AP
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