Moon

The video explains the Moon as Earth's only natural satellite, highlighting its lack of atmosphere and extreme temperature conditions, which prevent life. It details the Moon's orbit around Earth, taking 27 days, and describes the phases of the Moon, including full Moon, waning, and waxing.

What is the primary reason the Moon does not have an atmosphere?

• It lacks sufficient gravity to hold an atmosphere.

• It is too far from the Sun.

• It is too small to have gravity.

• It is made of different materials than Earth.

Why does the Moon experience such extreme temperature variations?

• It has a thick atmosphere.

• It is very close to the Sun.

• It rotates very quickly.

• It lacks an atmosphere to regulate temperature.

How long does it take for the Moon to orbit the Earth?

• 30 days

• 365 days

• 13 days

• 27 days

What is the term used when the visible lit surface of the Moon decreases?

• Phasing

• Waxing

• Waning

• Eclipsing

What causes the different phases of the Moon?

• The changing angle between the Earth, Moon, and Sun.

• The Moon's rotation speed.

• The Moon's size.

• The Moon's distance from the Sun.