Pakistan is launching a tiny satellite called iCube-Q to the moon this week!
It’s a big deal because it shows Pakistan is getting serious about space exploration. iCube-Q will hitch a ride with China’s Chang’e 6 mission, which is also going to the moon.
iCube-Q is a CubeSat, a special type of satellite that’s small and cheap to build. This makes it easier for countries like Pakistan to get involved in space exploration. Even though it’s small, iCube-Q has two cameras that will take pictures of the moon’s surface. These pictures could help scientists learn more about the moon.
Pakistan launching iCube-Q is a big step for space exploration around the world. It shows that different countries can work together to reach for the stars. This mission is a sign that Pakistan is becoming a player in the exciting world of space exploration!