Cosmic Classroom: Astronauts Train for Moon Geology

Embark on a captivating journey into the world of space school with NASA Explorers in Season 5, Episode 3: "Space School." Before she became an astronaut, Jessica Watkins was a geologist. Now, alongside her fellow astronauts, she's gearing up for lunar exploration and beyond.

But collecting and investigating rocks on distant worlds presents unique challenges in the lower gravity and extreme temperatures of the Moon—especially when you factor in the bulky spacesuits. That's where tools engineer Adam Naids comes into play. He's tasked with designing specialized tools that can overcome the lunar challenges.

Join us at space school as NASA Explorers gather to train astronauts for the scientific quests that await on the Moon. Discover how the lessons learned here will pave the way for groundbreaking discoveries and shape the future of space exploration.