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Which celestial object is Earth's only natural satellite?
Which celestial object is Earth's only natural satellite?
What is the average distance between the Moon and Earth?
What is the average distance between the Moon and Earth?
Why does the Moon always face Earth with its near side?
Why does the Moon always face Earth with its near side?
What is the main driver of Earth's tides?
What is the main driver of Earth's tides?
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Which moon in the Solar System has a mass, density, and surface gravity similar to the Moon?
Which moon in the Solar System has a mass, density, and surface gravity similar to the Moon?
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Study Notes
Earth's Natural Satellite
- The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite.
Average Distance
- The average distance from the Moon to Earth is approximately 238,855 miles (384,400 kilometers).
Synchronous Rotation
- The Moon always shows the same face to Earth due to synchronous rotation, which occurs because its rotational and orbital periods are matched.
Tides on Earth
- Earth's tides are primarily driven by the gravitational pull of the Moon, along with a lesser contribution from the Sun's gravity.
Similar Moon in the Solar System
- Titan, Saturn's largest moon, has mass, density, and surface gravity comparable to that of Earth's Moon.
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Description
The Moon Quiz: Test your knowledge about Earth's natural satellite and its fascinating characteristics, including its distance from Earth, rotation period, and the lunar cycle. Discover interesting facts about the Moon's relationship with Earth and the Sun in this lunar-themed quiz.
