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1 day ago · The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite. It orbits at an average distance of 384,400 km (238,900 mi), about 30 times the diameter of Earth. Over time Earth's gravity has caused tidal locking, causing the same side of the Moon to always face Earth. Because of this, the lunar day and the lunar month are the same length, at 29.5 Earth days.
3 days ago · Moon, Earth ’s sole natural satellite and nearest large celestial body. Known since prehistoric times, it is the brightest object in the sky after the Sun. It is designated by the symbol ☽. Its name in English, like that of Earth, is of Germanic and Old English derivation.
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20 hours ago · This week, learn why a lunar time scale is needed before humans return to the moon, meet the faces of Scotland’s ancient past, spy “salty licorice” cats, and more. CNN values your feedback 1.
15 hours ago · China has landed a craft to collect samples from the far side of the Moon for the first time and investigate whether it could become a location for a lunar base or deeper space exploration. The ...
3 days ago · Find out the latest information about the Moon, such as its location, phase, distance from Earth, and brightness. See interactive sky charts, maps, and tables of the Moon's data and ephemerides.
3 days ago · What time is it on the moon? Scientists say it’s urgent we figure it out | CNN. CNN/Adobe Stock. Why scientists say we need to send clocks to the moon — and soon. By Jackie Wattles, CNN. 10...
Moon Phases. London United Kingdom. May 29, 2024. 01:43. 06:06. 10:30. Visual magnitude:-11.7 Size:0° 32' 09.8" Illumination:67.1% Age:20.5 days. Waning Gibbous. The sixth phase of the lunar cycle; occurs between the Full Moon and the last quarter Moon.
