<p><i>Artemis II</i>&rsquo;s astronauts got the opportunity to recreate the iconic 1968 photograph on either side of their journey around the moon, showing Earth as beautiful&mdash;and precious&mdash;as ever</p>
Earthrise refers to the iconic photograph taken during the Apollo 8 mission, showing Earth rising above the lunar horizon. This image highlighted the fragility of our planet and played a significant role in the environmental movement.
Lunar exploration involves the study and investigation of the Moon through various missions, including landers and rovers. It aims to understand the Moon's geology, resources, and potential for future human habitation.