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The Sun and Moon

The lunar probe Smart-1 finishes its mission in September by crashing into the Moon's surface. Patrick Moore talks to project scientist Bernard Foing about its pioneering spacecraft technology.

The lunar probe Smart-1 finishes its mission in September in spectacular fashion - by crashing into the Moon's surface. Patrick Moore talks to the project scientist Bernard Foing about its pioneering spacecraft technology and scientific successes.Also, two exciting missions will soon be on their way to the Sun: Stereo and Solar-B, both with important British science instruments onboard. Chris Lintott finds out more about the new ways we will be using to look at our nearest star.

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