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Why the Moon Always Shows the Same Side to Earth

When we look at the Moon from Earth, we always see the same face — the near side, with its familiar dark plains and bright highlands. The far side, sometimes…

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Blood Moon

A blood moon is a striking astronomical event that occurs during a total lunar eclipse, when Earth comes directly between the Sun and the Moon. Instead of disappearing completely, the…

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The Van Allen Belts

The Van Allen radiation belts are two layers of energetic charged particles trapped by Earth’s magnetic field. They form a protective shield around the planet, blocking much of the dangerous…

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What Would Happen If the Moon Fell to Earth?

The Moon is Earth’s only natural satellite, orbiting at an average distance of 384,000 kilometers. It influences tides, stabilizes Earth’s axis, and has shaped the planet’s history. But what if,…

deka September 4, 2025

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Can a Solar Flare Destroy Life on Earth or Technology?

The Sun, like all stars, is a dynamic and active celestial body. One of its most powerful phenomena is the solar flare—a sudden release of energy and radiation caused by…

deka September 4, 2025

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What Would Happen If the Earth Stopped Spinning

The Earth rotates on its axis once every 24 hours, creating day and night. This rotation also influences weather, ocean currents, and the planet’s overall balance. If the Earth were…

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Where Does Water Ice on the Moon Come From and Why Is It Important?

For many years, scientists believed the Moon was completely dry. However, modern space missions and satellite observations have revealed the presence of water ice in permanently shadowed craters near the…

deka September 4, 2025

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What Are Earth’s Radiation Belts?

The radiation belts of Earth, also known as the Van Allen belts, are regions around our planet where charged particles from the Sun and cosmic rays are trapped by Earth’s…

deka August 27, 2025

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What Are Lunar Maria (Lunar Seas)?

Lunar maria, often called “lunar seas,” are the large, dark plains visible on the surface of the Moon. Despite their name, they are not seas of water but vast areas…

deka August 26, 2025

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How Earth’s Axis Changes

The Earth does not stand perfectly still as it spins; its axis of rotation—the imaginary line running through the North and South Poles—slowly shifts over time. This change in Earth’s…

deka August 18, 2025