The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite and has fascinated humans for millennia. Here are some interesting facts about the Moon:
Size and Distance: The Moon has a diameter of about 3,474 kilometers (2,159 miles), making it about one-fourth the size of Earth. It is located at an average distance of approximately 384,400 kilometers (238,855 miles) from Earth.
Phases: The Moon goes through different phases due to its position relative to the Sun and Earth. These phases include New Moon, Crescent, First Quarter, Gibbous, Full Moon, and Waning phases.
Synchronous Rotation: The Moon's rotation is synchronous with its orbit around Earth, which means it always shows the same face towards our planet. This is why we always see the same side of the Moon from Earth.
Lunar Maria: The dark, smooth areas on the Moon's surface are called lunar maria. They are ancient, solidified lava plains and cover about 16% of the Moon's surface.
