Lunar South Pole Aitken Basin

The Lunar South Pole-Aitken Basin is one of the largest visible impact craters on the Moon, spanning about 2,500 kilometers (1,550 miles). It formed from a massive impact that struck the Moon billions of years ago, creating a deep, complex depression. Located near the Moon's south pole, it contains valuable deposits of ancient lunar material and possibly water ice in shadowed regions. Its size and unique features make it a key site for scientists studying lunar history, planetary formation, and the potential for future Moon exploration and resource utilization.