By Sakshi Sah
Published Oct 24, 2024

Hindustan Times
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5 pics of Earth and the Moon together that will amaze you

Earth and the Moon have a close relationship. Let's see 5 amazing pics of Earth and the Moon.

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Earth is around 4.5 billion years old, and the Moon was made soon after. It likely formed when another planet crashed into Earth.

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The Moon is Earth’s only natural satellite and is about one-fourth the size of our planet.

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The Moon’s gravity pulls on Earth, causing the ocean's tides to rise and fall.

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The average distance from Earth to the Moon is about 2,38,855 miles (384,400 km). That’s like going around Earth ten times.

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The Moon doesn’t have an atmosphere, so it can’t support life. Its surface is covered in craters and gets very hot and very cold.

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Earth is the only planet known to support life. It has many different places, like oceans, mountains, and forests.

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The Moon has craters, mountains, and flat areas called lunar maria, created by ancient volcanoes and impacts.

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The Moon has inspired stories and legends throughout history. It has been important for calendars and navigation.

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Many missions are planned to explore the Moon again. These missions aim to send humans back and build bases there for future adventures.

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