The Moon

The Moon

Earth’s only satellite Made of silicate rock which is similar to

Earth rock 238,850 miles away

Tidal Lock We always see

the same side of the Moon because Earth and the Moon are in a tidal lock

Orbital period is equal to rotation period

Tides The distortion of the Earth’s surface

caused by gravity between the Earth and the Moon

Eclipses When sunlight is blocked by the

shadow of the Moon or Earth

Solar Eclipse The Moon passes between the Sun and

the Earth during a new moon Only seen from certain locations on

Earth

Lunar Eclipse The Moon passes behind the Earth and

the Sun’s rays are blocked by the Earth’s shadow during full moon

Phases of the Moon

How much of the Moon is lit up by the Sun

Takes 28-29 days to complete the cycle

Phases of the Moon