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A user inquires about software that allows for the manipulation of celestial bodies' orbits and angular velocities to observe their effects on Earth, specifically for educational purposes. Recommendations include NASA's Solar System Simulator, which is free, as well as Stellarium, an open-source option. Universe Sandbox is also suggested as a viable tool for visualizing these astronomical changes. These resources are aimed at enhancing teaching through interactive simulations. Such tools can effectively illustrate the dynamics of the solar system and their impact on Earth.
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Is there a software in which I can for example change the orbit or angular velocity of the moon and observe it's effects on Earth's daytime/nighttime?
I want to use it for teaching so I need it to be visual.

thanks.
 
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