Exploring the Moon and Supermoons

What significant event is being celebrated in 2019 related to the Moon?

• The launch of the first lunar satellite

• The discovery of water on the Moon

• The 50th anniversary of the Apollo program

• The first human landing on Mars

What is the term used for the Moon's closest point to Earth in its orbit?

• Orbit

• Eclipse

• Perigee

• Apogee

How much larger can a Supermoon appear compared to when the Moon is at Apogee?

• 20% larger

• 30% larger

• 10% larger

• 14% larger

How much is the Moon drifting away from Earth each year?

• 10 inches

• 5 inches

• 2 inches

• 1 inch

What is one of the main goals of the Lunar Reconnaissance Orbiter?

• To measure the Moon's temperature

• To capture images of the Moon's dark side

• To understand the Moon's evolution and history

• To find new landing sites for future missions