Why the Moon has a tail

The video explains the moon's sodium tail, its origins, and how it varies in brightness. Research by Boston University physicists shows that meteorites hitting the moon release sodium atoms, forming a tail pushed by solar photons. This tail streams away from the sun, and Earth occasionally passes through it, focusing the tail into a beam. The tail glows more brightly during sporadic meteor showers compared to annual ones.

What causes the moon's tail to be made of sodium atoms?

Why does the moon lack an atmosphere, and how does this affect its surface?

Describe the process that occurs when meteorites hit the moon's surface.

How does Earth's gravity affect the moon's tail when Earth passes through it?

What is the difference in brightness of the moon's tail during sporadic meteor showers compared to annual meteor showers?