Quick Talez

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The Moon's Moving Away!

Did you know the Moon is slowly drifting from Earth? Each year, it moves about 3.8 centimeters (1.5 inches) farther into space. This gradual shift affects our planet's tides and the length of our days. In millions of years, this could even make total solar eclipses a thing of the past. Earth's celestial dance with its lunar companion is a cosmic waltz of constant change!
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