How far away is the moon from the earth(in miles)?

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How far away is the moon from the earth(in miles)?

My grandson is really wanting to know this. I've foung many answers but none in approximate mileage.

2006-07-03 23:24:02 · 2 answers · asked by Sue C 1 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Astronomy & Space

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The moon orbits the Earth in an elliptical orbit, not circular. Its distance therefore varies from 221,441 miles at perigee (closest distance) to 252,724 miles at apogee (farthest).

2006-07-03 23:45:32 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋

It is 320000 KM or 515297 miles from earth.

2006-07-04 06:45:13 · answer #2 · answered by bunty_tibrewal 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋