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"UNLOCKING THE MOON'S MYSTERIES:ISRO'S 3D IMAGE OF MOON

Introduction

The Indian Space Research Organization (ISRO) has shown us an amazing 3D picture of the Chandrayaan-3 Vikram lander from the Moon's south pole. This special image was made using NavCam Stereo Images and helps us see the Moon in a new way.

What's a 3D Picture?

A 3D picture makes things look like they're popping out of the page. It's like when you watch a 3D movie and things seem to come right at you. In this picture, one part is red, and the other is cyan (a bright blue-green). When you wear special red and cyan glasses, it feels like you're right there on the Moon!

How They Did It: NavCam and Magic Tricks:

The NavCam, a clever camera made by ISRO, took these cool pictures. Then, ISRO did some magic tricks on the computer to turn them into a 3D picture. It's like making a puzzle – you put the pieces together to make something amazing.


How to Look at the 3D Picture:

To see the 3D magic, just put on those red and cyan glasses. When you look at the picture through them, the Moon's surface comes to life like never before.

Sleepy Vikram Lander:

The same day ISRO showed us this fantastic picture, they told us that the Vikram Lander went to sleep. It's like when you take a nap. But, don't worry, it's not really sleeping – it's just taking a break. While it rests, it still sends information back to Earth.

Wake-Up Day:

ISRO thinks Vikram Lander and Pragyaan rover will wake up again around September 22. It's like they're taking a short nap and will be back to work soon.

Big Step for India:

On August 23, India did something incredible. They made their Chandrayaan-3 lander land safely on the Moon's south pole. This is a big deal because only a few countries have done it before – the US, China, and Russia. It's like India joined an exclusive club of Moon explorers!

In the end, ISRO's 3D picture of the Chandrayaan-3 Vikram lander shows us the Moon in a whole new light. As we wait for the lander and rover to wake up, India's amazing space journey keeps us all excited. The adventure of discovering the secrets of the Moon's south pole is far from over, and ISRO is leading the way.

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