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Astronomy

How the Moon's Tidal Lock Affects Its Rotation

Quick fact

The Moon's rotation period is about 27.3 days, exactly the same as its orbital period around Earth.

Why this is interesting

You've probably noticed the Moon always looks the same from Earth. But why does it never show its other side?