Scientists have finally confirmed what lies inside the moon and it’s not what you’d expect

We’ve been exploring the Moon since 1969, and despite decades of researching the Earth’s only natural satellite, it’s clear we still know relatively little about it.

Hovering there in outer space, the Moon is a mystery that’s only had 12 people land on it.

Now, new research has given us a closer look at the Moon, and surprise, surprise, it’s not made of cheese.

As published on Nautre.com, a team led by astronomer Arthur Briaud has discovered what the Moon is made of, shattering earlier beliefs about the celestial body.

Instead, the Moon is thought to be a solid ball that has a density similar to iron. Using acoustic waves made by quakes, Briaud and the team are able to analyze its interior materials.