Moon exploration refers to the scientific study and investigation of the Moon, Earth's natural satellite. This exploration began with the Apollo program in the 1960s and 1970s, which successfully landed astronauts on the Moon. These missions provided valuable data about the Moon's surface, geology, and potential resources. In recent years, various space agencies, including NASA and ESA, have renewed their interest in the Moon. New missions aim to study the Moon's polar regions and search for water ice, which could support future human exploration. Robotic missions, such as Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter, continue to gather important information about the Moon's environment.