Earth Captured The Moon When It Was Passing The Orbit
Some thought the moon was a passing asteroid that was captured by the Earth’s gravitational force. However, the only problem with this theory is that Moon is too large to be able to influenced by Earth’s gravitational force.
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We have always been fascinated by the moon especially since every nation wanted to step a foot on the surface. Learn more about the shiny, small object that has always been our companion during nights.
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