Lunar Orbit

Lunar orbit refers to the path that the Moon takes as it travels around Earth. This orbit is elliptical, meaning it’s not a perfect circle but slightly stretched. The Moon completes one orbit approximately every 27.3 days. As it orbits, it goes through different phases, from new moon to full moon, based on its position relative to Earth and the Sun. The gravitational pull between Earth and the Moon keeps the Moon in orbit, affecting tides and influencing various natural processes on our planet. Understanding lunar orbit helps in space exploration and understanding celestial mechanics.