Theories & Exploration of Moon Flashcards
1
Q
Fission Theory
A
Sun’s gravity yanked off a chunk of earth as earth was still hot.
2
Q
Capture Theory
A
The moon was captured by earth’s gravity
3
Q
Co-Acceration Theory
A
Moon was formed independently next to earth.
4
Q
Giant Impact Theory
A
Another huge planet crashed into earth during its early years.
5
Q
What is the most accepted theory of our moon? Name two pieces of evidence.
A
Giant Impact Theory.
The moon has a reduced density.
The moon has a small core.
The earth has a 23.5 degree tilt.
6
Q
Which astronauts first walked on the moon?
A
Neil Armstrong & Buzz Aldrin
7
Q
Where did the first spacecraft land?
A
Mare Tranquillitatis
