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June 22, 2005
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FactID: 369
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How large is the equator?
The equator measures 24, 912 milesa round. It would take 25 million people holding hands to circle it!
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June 9, 2005
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FactID: 363
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How far is the moon from the Earth?
Since the moon's orbit is elliptical, its distance varies from about 221,463 miles (356,334 km) at its closest approach to Earth to 251, 968 miles (405,503km) at its farthest point, with the average distance being 238,857 miles (384,392km).
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May 13, 2005
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FactID: 345
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How hot is the sun?
The center of the sun is about 27,000,000 degrees F. The surface, or photosphere, of the sun is about 10,000 degrees F.
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May 11, 2005
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FactID: 344
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How fast does rain fall?
The speed of rainfall varies with drop size and wind speed. A typical raindrop in still air falls about 600 feet (182) per minute or about seven miles (11 kilometers) per hour.
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