#moon

waves  How do the different types of tides form and what causes them?

Tides are the periodic rise and fall of sea levels caused by the gravitational interaction between the Earth, the Moon, and the Sun. There are...    Read more

brightness_3  What is the moon's mass?

The moon is a natural satellite of Earth and the fifth-largest moon in the solar system. It is the largest natural satellite relative to its host...    Read more

visibility  How do you observe the lunar terminator?

The lunar terminator is the line separating the illuminated and unilluminated portions of the Moon. Observing the lunar terminator can provide...    Read more

sailing  What is the difference between a moon and a natural satellite?

A moon is a natural satellite that orbits around a planet, while a natural satellite is any celestial body that orbits around a planet, dwarf planet,...    Read more

waves  What causes the tides?

Tides are the periodic rise and fall of sea levels, and they are caused by a combination of factors, including the gravitational forces of the moon...    Read more

brightness_3  What is the moon's temperature?

The temperature on the moon varies widely depending on the time of day and the location on the moon. During the lunar day, temperatures can reach up...    Read more

brightness_2  What is the surface of the moon like?

The surface of the moon is unlike anything on Earth. It is covered with a layer of fine dust called regolith, which was formed by meteorite impacts...    Read more

movie  What are some famous moon-related movies?

There are numerous famous movies that revolve around the moon, ranging from documentaries about the historic Apollo missions to fictional films about...    Read more

brightness_3  What is a lunar eclipse?

A lunar eclipse is a celestial event that occurs when the Moon passes through the Earth's shadow. It is often called a blood moon due to the reddish...    Read more

brightness_2  How does the moon's distance from Earth vary throughout the year?

The moon's distance from Earth varies throughout the year due to its elliptical orbit around our planet. The moon's orbit is not a perfect circle, so...    Read more