• A tall mountain summit on one of the Moon's polar regions that receives some sunlight due to its impressive height.
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    A Beacon in the Polar Darkness
    The Sun only grazes the horizon near the lunar poles. But because Malapert Mountain rises 7 kilometers (4.3 miles) above its surroundings, it enjoys prolonged periods of sunlight. Locations such as this may be ideal for future long-term missions due to their extended access to solar energy and steady temperatures.

    Image ID: M1166454457LR
    Camera: NAC
    Image width: 50 km (31 mi.)

  • A tall mountain summit on one of the Moon's polar regions that receives some sunlight due to its impressive height.

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