Geological Map: Geological Survey of Japan. Image below: Miyake-jima in July 2000 (left) after large eruptions and venting steam in September 2000 (right) (Ash appears dark gray, vegetation ...

The team created the map using a mix of Apollo-era maps and data from recent satellite missions, including the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter and Japan’s SELENE.

Researchers have created a near-real-time map of the aftershocks occurring globally following the 8.9 magnitude earthquake that rocked Japan Friday.

The digital map is available to download now in various resolutions including super hi-res and shows the Moon’s geology in incredible detail (1:5,000,000 scale). There’s also a revolving video ...

In the most comprehensive lunar map yet, the moon looks like it’s been playing paintball. Each splash of color identifies a discrete rock or sediment formation, including craters, basins and ...

A strong, 6.8-magnitude earthquake struck off the coast of southern Japan on Monday, according to the United States Geological Survey. The temblor happened at 9:19 p.m. Japan time about 7 miles ...