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The main difference is that the Earth has an atmosphere whereas the Moon doesn't.

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In what ways are the Earth and Moon different?

The Earth and Moon differ in size, composition, atmosphere, and gravitational pull. The Earth is larger, has a thicker atmosphere, and supports life, while the Moon is smaller, has no atmosphere, and is uninhabitable. Additionally, the Earth has a stronger gravitational pull compared to the Moon.


Why is landing on the moon different from landing on the earth?

Landing on the moon is different from landing on Earth mainly because the moon has lower gravity, no atmosphere, and a different surface composition. These factors require specialized technology and different landing procedures to safely land on the moon compared to landing on Earth. Additionally, the lack of atmosphere on the moon means there is no air resistance to help slow down spacecraft during descent, which further complicates the landing process.


Why does the earth not reach the same temperatures as the moon?

because of the temperature of the atmosphere, they are in different places, the temp of the atmosphere is different.


Does the moon have an atmosphere like earth's atmosphere?

No. The moon does not have an atmosphere.


How do temperatures on the moon different from the earth?

Temperatures vary so much because the moon does not have an atmosphere.


What is the atmosphere of the earths moon?

There is no atmosphere on the Earth's moon.


Why are temeratures of earth and moon so different?

Because the moon has an incredibly small atmosphere, if it has any that is. The earth has a very big atmosphere compared to the moon. Thanks to all the CO2 in the atmosphere of earth, we are able to retain a really large amount of heat, unlike the incredible lack of any gas on the moon.


How do temperatures on the moon different from those on earth?

Temperatures vary so much because the moon does not have an atmosphere.


How is the earth's atmosphere unlike an ocean?

The earth's atmosphere has a moon the ocean does not have a moon.


Is the moon in the earths atmosphere?

No, the Moon is not in Earth's atmosphere. The Earth's atmosphere extends about 480 kilometers above the surface, while the Moon is about 384,400 kilometers away from Earth. The Moon is in space, orbiting around the Earth.


How are are the earth and moon different?

The moon has easily visible craters, but the ones on earth have mostly weathered away. The Earth has wind and the moon doesn't. Earth has atmosphere but the moon doesn't have one.


Is the moon located in the atmosphere?

No, the moon is outside the Earth's atmosphere. :-)