What is the moon made of?
The Moon is primarily composed of rock and metal. The two main types of rock that make up the Moon's surface are:
Basalt: This is a type of volcanic rock that is rich in iron and magnesium. Basalt makes up the dark, flat areas on the Moon's surface known as lunar maria. These maria were formed by ancient volcanic activity.
Anorthosite: This is a lighter-colored rock that is rich in aluminum and calcium. It is found in the highland regions of the Moon and is believed to be some of the oldest material on its surface.