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Period of rotation and revolution of moon is same (w.r.t. distant star), that's why we can only view only one face of the moon.
Cosmological fact or reasonable science?
Cosmological fact or reasonable science?
No, not even in theory.mgb_phys said:In theory completely solid ( no surface water or liquid core ) and completely spherical objects wouldn't experience tidal torques because there is nothing to grip onto if you like!
I do not know what "center of figure" means.
Oh, yes "center of figure" is the geometrical center or a symmetrical point by the virtue of shape of the body.DaveC426913 said:I do not know what "center of figure" means.
The period of rotation and revolution of the moon is the same because of a phenomenon called tidal locking. This occurs when the gravitational forces between two objects, in this case the Earth and the moon, cause the rotation and revolution periods to synchronize.
The moon takes approximately 27.3 days to complete one rotation on its axis and the same amount of time to complete one revolution around the Earth.
No, there are other celestial bodies that exhibit tidal locking, such as Pluto and its moon Charon. However, the moon is the most well-known example of this phenomenon.
Yes, the moon's tidal locking with the Earth plays a crucial role in the tides of our oceans. The gravitational pull of the moon causes the tides to rise and fall, which has significant effects on marine life and coastal regions.
It is possible for the moon's rotation and revolution to change over time, but it would require a significant external force, such as a collision with another celestial body. However, it is unlikely that this will happen in the near future.