James Irwin1 August 1971
Helps identify and collect the ancient anorthosite sample later nicknamed the Genesis Rock.
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Helps identify and collect the ancient anorthosite sample later nicknamed the Genesis Rock.
Works with Scott at Spur Crater when the crew collects the anorthosite sample known as the Genesis Rock.
Collects the ancient anorthosite sample later nicknamed the Genesis Rock during exploration near Spur Crater.
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