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Mareta West
American astrogeologist (1915-1998) · United States · On the map · Scientists · Died at 83
Mareta Nelle West was an American astrogeologist who in the 1960s chose the site of the first crewed lunar landing, Apollo 11. She was the first female astrogeologist. Her cremated remains were launched into space.
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Country
United States
Category
Scientists
Type
Scientist
Status
Deceased
Dates
Lived 1915 to 1998 · aged 83
