Moon

Basic Information

 * Orbits around the Earth
 * Has a radius of 1740 Km (making it the 5th biggest moon).
 * Has a rocky composition with a poor metal content.
 * No atmosphere
 * Shows different phases based on the moon's position in its orbit.

How Has The Moon Benefited Earth?

 * Controls Water movement (tides)
 * Fixed the Earths wobble (see Earth Creation/History for more information)
 * May Also help Protect us from collisions from other objects (ex. Meteors)
 * Provides natural light during the night as a result from the reflection of light from the Sun