Moon

Learn about the Earth's Moon, lunar cycles and phases of the moon, moon phase calendar, lunar eclipses and other interesting facts about the moon. This guide also covers information and facts on lunar exploration and 1969 moon landing.
  • What is a Supermoon
    Can't make sense of all this hype about the Supermoon unleashing havoc on the planet? The information on lunar perigee, i.e. the Supermoon phenomenon, given below will help you do that - and that too by resorting to science and logic.
  • Full Moon Calendar 2012
    The full moon calendar for 2012 will put forth the dates on which you will get to see the moon at its visual best - full and bright, in course of this year.
  • What Causes a Red Moon
    If you are one of the thousands of people out there who are not able to figure out what causes the Moon to appear red at times, the following information will shed some light on this phenomenon - which is perfectly natural. Continue reading...
  • What is a Blue Moon
    We use the phrase once in a blue moon a number of times during conversation, but not many of us actually know what it is. In this write-up we will throw some light on a Blue Moon, and its meaning in various contexts.
  • What is the Moon Made of
    It's surprising that more than forty years after Neil Armstrong and Buzz Aldrin set foot on the moon, we depend on assumptions to determine the composition of the Moon. Read on....
  • Distance from Earth to Moon
    The Earth has only one natural satellite in the form of the Moon. The distance from Earth to Moon can be measured in terms of km, miles, light years. It takes 1.2 seconds for light to travel the distance from the Earth to the Moon. The average distance between these celestial bodies is 384,400 km...
  • Moon Hole: Colony or Lunar Base Possible
    An international team of scientists have discovered a Moon hole that can be used as a colony.
  • Can You Buy Land on the Moon
    Is it actually possible to buy lunar property? Does this question even merit an answer? I think it does and this article is my verdict on whether this lunar realty selling proposition is a hoax or there is some degree of truth in the matter.
  • NASA's Quest For Water on Moon
    The NASA mission of bombarding the moon with two rockets, in search of water ice was completed successfully on Friday.
  • How Was the Moon Formed
    How was our Moon formed? Since when is our planet's only companion in the cosmos, been giving it company? Read this article to get the whole scoop on formation of the Moon.
  • Facts About the Moon
    Moon, the enduring icon of thousands of romantic poems, is a far more interesting place than poets could ever imagine and yes, it's definitely not made of cheese. Here are some interesting facts about the Moon, our planet's sole companion, in her journey through the cosmos.
  • Who Was the Second Person to Set Foot on the Moon
    History was created on 21st July, 1969, when man set foot on the moon for the very first time. Everyone knows that Neil Armstrong was the first of the two American astronauts to achieve this stupendous feat, but not many know who the second person to achieve this feat was.
  • Geology of the Moon's Surface
    Our planet's only natural satellite -- the Moon -- is also the only celestial body that has witnessed a manned landing. Research on the geology of the Moon's surface, also referred to as selenology, reveals a surface that is devoid of tectonics. The complexity of the geomorphology is as interesting as the lunar samples obtained.
  • Myths and Legends about the Moon
    Read some of the famous myths and stories about the celestial Moon, that has enchanted generations of people.
  • Moon Landing Conspiracy
    Do you believe that we landed on the moon on 20th of July, 1969? Or have you seen Fox Television's 'Conspiracy Theory: Did We Land on the Moon?', which was aired on February 15, 2001? If not, then here are a few facts which will have your beliefs about mankind landing on the moon, shaken!
  • Moon Rovers
    Lunar rovers are vehicles, specially designed to operate on the moon's surface. Read on for more information about them.
  • Lunar Cycles
    As the shape of the moon changes periodically, most of us wonder why it happens. In this article, you will get a brief overview about the phenomena of lunar cycles. Read on to learn more...
  • Chandrayaan Mission - India's First Lunar Exploration
    Chandrayaan is a historic moment in the space research of India, as it is this nation's first lunar exploration mission.
  • Causes of Lunar Eclipses
    Lunar eclipses... an astronomical incident and a splendid sight! Know what causes them.
  • 8 Phases of the Moon
    I truly believe that the Moon is Earth’s beauty spot. Read on to know more about the phases of the moon along with some interesting facts…
  • Moon Phases Calendar
    There are eight moon phases in the moon phases calendar.
  • Moon Facts
    The moon has always been the object of fascination for man. Let us explore some interesting facts about the earth's moon...
  • Marvellous Moon
    Since ancient times, the moon has enthralled and fascinated mankind, but how did it originate?