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China deserves all the congratulations in the world for landing its first spacecraft on the Moon. It’s a big deal – both for China and humanity at large. But can somebody please explain why the background image at this exhibit for China’s recently deployed Yutu Rover depicts a massive mushroom cloud over Europe?
Here’s a closer view of the photo, which was captured last month at the China International Industry Fair 2013 in Shanghai, and has been quietly circulating in various news outlets ever since. The display shows a model of the China National Space Administration’s Moon-roving Yutu (aka “Jade Rabbit”) spacecraft atop a mock lunar surface, and set against a backdrop image of the Earth seen from space. But hold on a second – what’s tha
The photograph was not designed deliberately for the moon rover display, it is taken from a stock image. This fact has been cited by those who claim that the selection of the image was a mere oversight on behalf of Chinese officials.
However, the title of the stock image, Nuclear Explosion on Earth from Space, has prompted more cynical observers to suggest otherwise.
skyblueworld
Its already been debunked pal on this thread:
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It's a stock photo:
Linkedit on 18-12-2013 by skyblueworld because: more info
DiscordianJism
skyblueworld
Its already been debunked pal on this thread:
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It's a stock photo:
Linkedit on 18-12-2013 by skyblueworld because: more info
If you were to actually read, it says it's a stock photo above, genius. How does that "debunk" anything about it? It doesn't. You're just a flamer. Why would China choose to use this stock photo is the real question. They just sent a damn rover to the moon, you'd think they'd be competent enough to employ some basic graphic art skills.