Understanding the Moon's Movement

What is the primary reason the moon is moving away from Earth?

• The moon's own gravitational pull

• Tidal forces caused by gravity

• The Earth's magnetic field

• Solar winds

What is the current rate at which the moon is moving away from Earth?

• 8 cm per year

• 4 cm per year

• 2 cm per year

• 6 cm per year

How has the moon's movement affected the length of a day on Earth?

• Days have become longer

• Days have become unpredictable

• Days have remained the same

• Days have become shorter

What will happen when the Earth and the moon become tidally locked?

• The moon will stop moving away from Earth

• The moon will disappear from view

• The moon will move into a lower orbit

• The moon will start moving closer to Earth

What significant event will occur long before the Earth and moon become tidally locked?

• The moon will collide with Earth

• The moon will lose its gravitational pull

• The Earth will stop rotating

• The sun will become a red giant