The moon is a natural satellite of the Earth that orbits our planet. It is the fifth largest moon in the Solar System and the only natural satellite of the Earth. The moon has a diameter of about 3,476 kilometers and consists mainly of silicon, iron, aluminum and magnesium. The moon orbits the Earth in about 27.3 days and has its own day, which lasts about 29.5 Earth days. The moon plays an important role in life on Earth, affecting the tides, as well as some animals and plants. The moon is a...
