The Moon

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Jupiter has 67 natural satellites or moons.

True

The Moon's surface has lots of big holes called craters due to being hit by asteroids.

True

The Moon's gravity makes the level of the Earth's seas go up and down in what we call tides.

True

The American astronaut Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon on 21st July 1969.

True

The Moon is moving away from the Earth every year by about 3.8 cm.

True

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Jupiter's Moons

  • Jupiter has 67 natural satellites or moons.

The Moon's Surface

  • The Moon's surface has lots of big holes called craters due to asteroid impacts.

Tides

  • The Moon's gravity causes the level of the Earth's seas to rise and fall, creating tides.

First Moonwalk

  • Neil Armstrong became the first person to walk on the Moon on July 21, 1969.

Moon's Distance from Earth

  • The Moon is moving away from the Earth at a rate of about 3.8 cm per year.

Test your knowledge about the Earth's natural satellite, the Moon, and its fascinating history and characteristics in this quiz. From its phases to its origin, challenge yourself with questions about our nearest celestial companion.

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