This April Fool's Day, we are bringing you The Stone-Cold Truth About Moon Rocks. No kidding!

Later on, we will be joined by Albion College physics professor Nicolle Zellner to discuss her research on planetary impacts in our Solar System.

Throughout history, many cultures had myths and legends about the Moon, although they did not have a real scientific understanding of its composition. Some people believed it was made of a metal like silver, while others held to the belief the Moon was a god or goddess...

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