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Who was the first astronomer to measure the size of the moon?
Galileo Galilei
Why is it difficult to measure the size of the moon?
because NASA does not have the equipment and if we did it would have to be huge.
What measurement does someone use to measure the size of the moon?
Its radius in Kilometres would be appropriate.
Does the moon increase its size?
No, the moon does not increase it's size.
Why did you give the moon the name moon?
The word "Moon" comes from a root word meaning "to measure", probably because of the use of the Moon's phases to measure time.
What is the exact size of the moon?
The size of Pluto's moon in 750 miles
What is it said to be when the moon appears to be decreasing in size?
When the moon appears to be decreasing in size, it is called waning. When the moon appears to be increasing in size, it is called waxing.
Are the moon and sun the same size?
No, the moon and sun are not the same size. The sun is much larger than the moon.
Is the moon the same size as the sun?
No, the moon is not the same size as the sun. The sun is much larger than the moon.
How does the size of the moon compare to the size of the moon?
The size of the Earth is significantly larger than the size of the Moon. Earth has a diameter of about 12,742 kilometers, while the Moon's diameter is about 3,474 kilometers, making Earth roughly 3.7 times larger than the Moon.
How big can the moon get and why that size?
The size of the moon is a result of its formation and the gravitational forces acting on it. The moon's size is determined by factors such as its distance from Earth, its composition, and gravitational interactions with other celestial bodies. The moon's size will not drastically change, as it is in a stable orbit.
The size of the moon?
the moon is 3,475 km
