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You never see the far side of the moon. Somewhat coincidently the moon has an angular rotation as the earths rotation, and therefore the same side of the moon is always facing earth. The far side is never seen. To the extent that the rotations are not exact, there may be a slight variation over many, many years.

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How often do yo see the far side of the moon?

Only 21 people have ever seen the far side of the Moon; they are all the Apollo astronauts. Since nobody has gone to the Moon in the last 45 years, most people NEVER see the far side of the Moon.


When the moon is in its new phase what can you infer about the opposite side of the moon?

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Is the far side of the moon ever dark?

Yes. The far side of the moon is dark when we see a full moon. It is partially dark at all phases other than the new moon.


Do you see moons or rings?

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Why can you not see the new moon?

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How far do you have to be to see whole side of earth?

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What couldn't you see if you lived on the far side of the moon?

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Why are there two craters on the far side of the moon?

There can be craters anywhere on the moon, not just the side we see


What are the faces on the moon at night?

The "faces" are just "wrinkles," or imperfections, on the moon. The moon is like the earth and has valleys, and mountains. From far, far away, we see "faces" because of the wrinkles.


Which monument can you seen from moon?

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What phases can we not see the moon?

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