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Will NASA release data confirming the location of water ice deposits at the Moon's south pole using the seismic wave (moonquake) technique by December 2026?
Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed a method that uses moonquakes to detect hidden water ice in the lunar soil. 20 opinions, 50% Yes
- Yes — 50%
- No — 50%
Deadline: December 31, 2026 at 12:00 AM UTC · 20 opinions
Resolution rules
Researchers at the University of Maryland have developed a method that uses moonquakes to detect hidden water ice in the lunar soil. NASA is targeting the south polar region for crewed Artemis landings in 2028, making lunar ice a critical strategic resource.
Source: cmns.umd.edu
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How is this event resolved?
Resolução com base em comunicado oficial da NASA ou publicação científica associada ao programa Artemis/Universidade de Maryland confirmando a aplicação e validação da técnica sismológica para localizar gelo lunar, publicada até 31/12/2026.
How are points scored?
Points depend on the share of votes your side had when you gave your opinion. Being right earns 100 minus that share. Being wrong costs that share.
Right now Yes has 50% of the votes: an opinion on it that turns out right earns about 50 points, a wrong one costs about 50.