#moon

brightness_3  What is the difference between a waxing and waning moon?

A waxing moon is the period when the moon is moving from a new moon towards a full moon. During this phase, the visible portion of the moon...    Read more

public  What is the difference between an exoplanet and a moon?

An exoplanet and a moon are both celestial bodies that are a part of our universe, but they differ in some significant ways.An exoplanet, also known...    Read more

brightness_3  What is the dark side of the moon?

The 'dark side' of the moon is a term used to describe the portion of the moon that is not visible from Earth. This does not mean that the far side...    Read more

brightness_2  How far away is the moon?

The moon, Earth's natural satellite, is approximately 238,855 miles away from Earth on average. However, this distance is not constant because the...    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

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

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

brightness_2  How was the moon formed?

The most widely accepted theory of how the moon was formed is the Giant Impact Hypothesis. According to this theory, the moon formed from debris...    Read more

brightness_3  What are some famous moon-related artworks?

The Moon has been an object of fascination for artists and creatives for centuries. Many famous artworks have been inspired by the beauty and mystery...    Read more

brightness_3  When is the next lunar eclipse?

The next lunar eclipse will occur on May 16, 2022. This eclipse will be a total lunar eclipse, where the moon will pass through the Earth's shadow,...    Read more