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The Moon is a ball of dusty rock; it is approximately as reflective as charcoal.
However, the SIZE of the Moon, and its closeness to the Earth, and the brightness of the Sun mean that even the 4% of the sunlight that is reflected from the Moon mean that it appears to be plenty bright.
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Why is the moon smaller than the sun?
As objects get smaller, the ratio of surface area (heat loss to space) to volume (heat retained) gets larger. It is easier for the Moon to lose heat to space. Next, the Moon has no atmosphere to act as a blanket to prevent heat loss to space. Finally, the Moon is formed of lighter materials than the Earth proper, perhaps lighter materials from Earth. This means Earth's core has more heavy elements, that appear to actually be radioactive, heating the Earth's core.
Which planets have a metallic hydrogen core?
No known planet has a core of metallic hydrogen, but Jupiter and Saturn have layers of liquid metallic hydrogen surrounding their cores.
Can the moon have a moon and the Moon's moon has a moon and the Moon's Moon's moon has a moon?
In theory, yes.
What is moon made up of and what?
The crust of the Moon is composed mostly of oxygen, silicon, magnesium, iron, calcium, and aluminum. There are also trace elements like titanium, uranium, thorium, potassium and hydrogen. Scientists believe that the mantle of the Moon is largely composed of the minerals olivine, orthopyroxene and clinopyroxene. It's also believed to be more iron-rich than the Earth's mantle. Scientists think that the lunar core is made of metallic iron, with small amounts of sulfur and nickel.
What are the eight phases of the moon called?
New Moon, Gibbous Moon, Cresent Moon, Half- Moon, Full Moon, Half- Moon, Cresent Moon, Gibbous Moon, New Moon When the moon is going to Full Moon, it is called waxing. When the moon is going to New Moon, it is called Waning
What is the main metallic element in the core of the moon?
yellow
Is the core of the moon like that of earth?
The moon is believed to have a metallic core similar to that of Earth, but smaller in proportion to the moon than Earth's core is to Earth.
What colors do VW beetles come in?
Volkswagen Beetle 2009: Black Candy White Gecko Green Metallic Harvest Moon Beige Heaven Blue Metallic Salsa Red Sunflower Yellow
Can we prove the moon isn't hollow?
We already know it isn't. We know the moon's mass based on its gravitational influences. Knowing the mass and zie the the moon we can safely conclude that it is not hollow. It consists mostly of rock with a small metallic core.
Is the moon hollow?
No. Analysis of the moons gravity and seismic waves from small meteor impacts show that the moon is not hollow. It is made of solid rock most of the way though with small metallic core.
What are the two main types of luster?
Metallic and non-metallic
Is Copper slag is metallic or non-metallic?
It is a mixture - partially metallic and partially non-metallic
Is neutral oxide metallic or non metallic?
Non-metallic
What colors are available for the BMW M3 E46?
The BMW M3 E46 was available in 13 colours. The colours were white, red, black, blue, black metallic, sapphire metallic, silver metallic, steel grey metallic, silver grey metallic, topaz blue metallic, mystic blue metallic, interlagos blue metallic, Oxford green metallic and yellow metallic.
Is halite metallic or non metallic?
The mineral halite is non-metallic.
What is a bond formed by the attraction between positively charged metal ions and the electrons around them?
Metallic Bond .
Why is the moon smaller than the sun?
As objects get smaller, the ratio of surface area (heat loss to space) to volume (heat retained) gets larger. It is easier for the Moon to lose heat to space. Next, the Moon has no atmosphere to act as a blanket to prevent heat loss to space. Finally, the Moon is formed of lighter materials than the Earth proper, perhaps lighter materials from Earth. This means Earth's core has more heavy elements, that appear to actually be radioactive, heating the Earth's core.
