Fun Facts About the Moon
Learn some fun facts about Earth's closest neighbor in the cosmos, the Moon. Discover how the Moon's orbit influences phenomena like the supermoon (when the Moon is at perigee, its closest point to Earth) and learn about the opposite, apogee. We delve into surprising details from Apollo missions, including the Fallen Astronaut sculpture that has been on the Moon since 1971 and a personal message left in lunar dust. Ever wonder how those astronauts went to the bathroom in the cramped space capsule?
Explore the unique properties of Moon dust, including its distinct "gunpowder" smell and…
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