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China just sent a secret mini-rover to the far side of the moon on its Chang'e 6 sample-return probe


A tiny, previously undisclosed lunar rover has been spotted strapped to the side of China's moon-bound Chang'e 6 lander in newly released pre-launch photos. The true purpose of the rover, which is scheduled to land on the moon's far side, remains a mystery.

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