China is planning to launch its own 'artificial moon' in ___________.

Correct option is D

​The correct answer is (d) Chengdu.

Explanation:

• China plans to launch its 'artificial moon' in Chengdu, the capital of Sichuan Province.
• The artificial moon is a gravity-controlled experimental satellite designed to simulate low-gravity conditions similar to the moon's surface.

Information Booster:

• The artificial moon would be a mirror orbiting Chengdu at a height of 500 km.
• This moon would reflect the sun’s light at night, and supplement street lighting in Chengdu.

Additional Knowledge:

• Beijing: Beijing is the capital of China and a hub for various government institutions and space organizations.
• Tianjin: Tianjin is a major port city in northern China, but it is not the location for the artificial moon project.
• Shanghai: Shanghai is a global financial center and a key city in China.