Moon
The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite and the brightest object in the night sky.
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Imran Trivedi
First written 28 Jun 2023
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The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite, orbiting the planet at an average distance of about 384,000 kilometres. It is the brightest object in the night sky after the Sun.
Features
The Moon's surface is covered with craters, mountains and dark plains. Its gravity causes ocean tides on Earth. It shows phases as sunlight lights different parts of it.
Exploration
Humans first landed on the Moon in 1969 during NASA's Apollo 11 mission. Several nations have since sent probes and landers.
Frequently asked questions
What is the Moon?
Earth's only natural satellite.
When did humans land on the Moon?
In 1969, during Apollo 11.