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πŸŒ™ The Moon

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​Why the Moon goes through 8 phases, who walked on it first and how many people have since, why we only ever see one side, and what causes the tides it drives in Earth's oceans. Direct answers about Earth's closest neighbor.

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12 questions        2–4 min avg read

What Are The Phases Of The Moon?

How Far Is The Moon From Earth?

Why Does The Moon Glow?

How Old Is The Moon?

Why Do We Only See One Side Of The Moon?

Can You Live On The Moon?

Who Was The First Person On The Moon?

How Big Is The Moon?

What Is The Dark Side Of The Moon?

What Is The Moon Made Of?

What Causes Tides?

How Many People Have Walked On The Moon?

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