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For Further InformationSaving moons, saving planets: the Moon keeps Earth's 23.5-degree tilt in check, which keeps our seasons and climate stable (NASA).
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A natural stabilizer: the Moon keeps Earth’s 23.5-degree tilt in check and sets the rhythm of the tides.
All the time, while Earth slowly pushes the Moon away about 1.5 inches (3.78 cm) a year.
About a quarter-million miles away, in orbit around Earth.
Without it, Earth could wobble more violently on its axis, drastically altering the climate.
Natural solution
NASA explains that the 23.5-degree tilt keeps Earth safe to live on, because a more exaggerated tilt would cause more extreme seasons. Precisely measuring the Moon’s mass, size and orbit is essential for predicting tides and seasons.
Source: NASA, 10 things we learn about Earth from the Moon
For Further Information: NASA, 10 things we learn about Earth from the Moon
Earth's 23.5-degree tilt is kept in check by the Moon; without it, Earth could wobble more violently, drastically altering the climate.
The Moon sets the highs and lows of our tides, which shape how people use the ocean for food, travel and recreation.
Source: NASA, 10 things we learn about Earth from the Moon
By keeping Earth’s tilt steady, the Moon maintains climate stability and keeps seasons from swinging to extremes.
Want to go deeper? NASA's list of what the Moon teaches us about Earth has more.
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