Fascinating Facts About the Moon

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Explore incredible and lesser-known facts about our moon! #Moon #Space #FunFacts #Astronomy #Exploration • The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite and the fifth-largest satellite in the solar system. It orbits our planet at an average distance of about 384,400 kilometers (238,855 miles). The Moon has a rocky, cratered surface that lacks an atmosphere, making it susceptible to meteor impacts. Its surface is marked by vast plains called maria, created by ancient volcanic eruptions, and highlands dotted with craters. The Moon plays a crucial role in affecting Earth's tides due to its gravitational pull. It goes through phases, from a New Moon to a Full Moon, as it orbits Earth, a cycle that takes approximately 29.5 days. • The Moon has been a subject of fascination and exploration for humanity, symbolizing mystery and romance, and was first visited by humans during NASA's Apollo missions in the late 1960s and early 1970s. • #Moon #Lunar #NaturalSatellite #Space #Astronomy #EarthsMoon #MoonPhases #Craters #Tides #Exploration #ApolloMissions #NightSky #CelestialBodies

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