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If the orbit of the moon was 2x farther than it is now, how would that affect the length of day and of the month?
Moon's orbit & length of day/month
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SUMMARY
If the Moon's orbit were twice as far from Earth, the length of a month would increase significantly due to a longer orbital period, potentially extending from approximately 29.5 days to around 59 days. This change would also affect the length of a day on Earth, as the gravitational interaction between the Earth and Moon influences tidal forces, which in turn can alter Earth's rotation speed. The specific calculations indicate that the increased distance would result in a slower rotation of Earth, leading to longer days over time.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of celestial mechanics
- Basic knowledge of gravitational forces
- Familiarity with orbital dynamics
- Concept of tidal locking
- Research the effects of gravitational forces on planetary rotation
- Study the principles of orbital mechanics
- Examine the relationship between the Moon's distance and tidal effects on Earth
- Explore historical data on Earth's rotation and lunar distance
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