Why Does the Moon Change?

Why Does the Moon Change?

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Interactive Video

Science, Physics, Other, Geography

1st - 6th Grade

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The video explores the moon, its features, and its origin. It explains that the Earth and the moon are about the same age, and scientists believe the moon formed from debris after a Mars-sized planet, Theia, collided with Earth. The early Earth was rocky and volcanic, with no life. The moon's formation and orbit are discussed, along with scientific studies that reveal similarities between Earth and moon rocks. The video concludes with the moon's distinct characteristics, such as its smaller size, lack of atmosphere, and distance from Earth.

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What new insight or understanding did you gain from this video?

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