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Lunar differential flux scans at 22 microns Final report

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This report presents findings from nighttime scans of the lunar surface in the infrared spectrum conducted at 22 microns. Utilizing a differential chopping technique on a 28-inch telescope, significant thermal structures and nighttime anomalies were detected, revealing a nonlinear cooling behavior of the lunar highlands that lasts several days after sunset. Overall, the work enhances understanding of lunar surface temperature variations and contributions to the field of infrared astronomy.

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