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1. What scientific instrument are Egypt and Bahrain collaborating with China to develop for the Chang’e-7 mission?
Egypt and Bahrain have partnered with China to jointly develop a hyperspectral camera for the Chang’e-7 lunar mission. This camera will be instrumental in imaging and analyzing lunar surface materials, particularly in the Moon’s polar regions. It is designed to provide high-quality hyperspectral data that can support various scientific endeavours such as environmental monitoring, natural resource surveys, and climate change studies. This collaboration marks an important step in lunar exploration for both Egypt and Bahrain, aiming to deepen their space partnership with China and enhance their capabilities in space science and technology.