What is Helium-3, the $2,000/litre rare gas sparking a race to mine the Moon?
Helium-3, a rare isotope of helium, is gaining attention from scientists, tech companies, and space startups due to its unique properties and potential uses in quantum computing and nuclear fusion. Private companies are exploring ways to extract Helium-3 from lunar soil, but critics argue that it may be more practical to obtain it from Earth-based sources.
