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       July 2024 full moon rises this weekend. But why is it called a 'buck moon'?

       July's full moon will appear this weekend (technically early Sunday morning), giving skywatchers their best chance at seeing a full moon in warm weather. According to the Old Farmer's Almanac ...

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       July's full 'Buck Moon' rises this week — and signals a big lunar transition is on the way

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       July's full moon is the buck moon. Here's when to see it and how to take a good photo

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       Scientists discover an underground cave on the moon where astronauts could live, and suspect hundreds more

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       Caves On The Moon Could Be Used To Shelter Future Explorers, Scientists Say

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2. en.wikipedia.org › wiki › MoonMoon - Wikipedia

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   The Moon is Earth's only natural satellite. It orbits at an average distance of 384,400 km (238,900 mi), about 30 times the diameter of Earth.

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4. www.britannica.com › place › MoonMoon | Features, Phases, Surface, Exploration, & Facts ...

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   3 days ago · Moon, Earth’s sole natural satellite and nearest celestial body. Known since prehistoric times, it is the brightest object in the sky after the Sun. Its name in English, like that of Earth, is of Germanic and Old English derivation.

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5. science.nasa.gov › moonMoon - NASA Science

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   Earth's Moon is the brightest and largest object in our night sky. The Moon makes Earth a more livable planet by moderating our home planet's wobble on its axis, leading to a relatively stable climate. It also causes tides, creating a rhythm that has guided humans for thousands of years.

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7. moon.nasa.gov › moon-in-motionOverview | Phases, Eclipses & Supermoons – Moon: NASA Science

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   Learn how the Moon orbits Earth, why we only see one side of it, and how its tilt affects eclipses. Explore the Moon's features, history, and missions with NASA's videos and resources.

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8. www.astronomy.com › observing › everything-you-needEverything you need to know about the Moon | Astronomy.com

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   Sep 7, 2023 · The Moon is Earth’s only permanent natural satellite, and it’s the fifth-largest satellite in our solar system. The Moon’s diameter is approximately 2,160 miles (3,475 kilometers), or about...

9. www.google.com › moonGoogle Moon

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    What are the different types of moons?

    • There are a few different types of unusual full moon types, which include blood moons, supermoons, blue moons, and harvest moons, and others. When you look up at the night sky, you might notice that the Moon looks a little different each night. This is due to our Moon's many phases and types.

    Supermoon, Blood Moon, Blue Moon and Harvest Moon - NASA

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    How are moons named?

    • Moons are named depending on their parent planet. Generally, they are characters from Greek mythology that are related in some way to the equivalent of the Roman god their planet is named after. But there are a few exceptions with Uranus being the most unique.

    Moon Names: The Complete List - Little Astronomy

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    How many moons are in our solar system?

    • There are currently 181 known moons in our solar system orbiting the various planets and dwarf planets. Of the 13 planets and dwarf planets, there are four which don't have any moons. These are the planets Mercury and Venus, and the dwarf planets Ceres and Makemake.

    List of Moons in the Solar System · Facts and information

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11. science.nasa.gov › moon › factsMoon Facts - NASA Science

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    Learn about the Moon's origin, structure, surface, orbit, phases, and potential for life. Find out how the Moon affects Earth's climate, tides, and exploration.