The Moon

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What is the Moon?

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The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite, orbiting our planet and affecting tides.

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True or False: The Moon has no air.

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True

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What does it mean when the Moon is 'waning'?

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Waning means the Moon appears to be decreasing in light.

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What is a 'crescent moon'?

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A crescent moon is when we see less than half of the lighted side of the Moon.

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What is a 'gibbous moon'?

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A gibbous moon is when we see more than half of the lighted side of the Moon.

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How are the Moon's craters formed?

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The Moon's craters are formed from meteor impacts.

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What is the 'new moon'?

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The new moon is a phase when the Moon is not visible from Earth.

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What causes the phases of the Moon?

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The phases of the Moon are caused by its position relative to the Earth and the Sun.

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What is the significance of the Moon's gravitational pull?

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The Moon's gravitational pull affects the tides in Earth's oceans.

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What is the surface of the Moon like?

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The Moon's surface is rocky, dusty, and has many craters.