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EPISODE · Jul 23, 2025 · 10 MIN

What If You Cut the Moon in Half?

from What If: Science, Theory, and Possibilities · host What If

Explore the hypothetical scenario of what would happen if the Moon was cut in half. Delve into the potential consequences on Earth's tides, axial tilt, and more curious questions such as the cause of moonquakes and whether the Moon has ever split before. Visit CuriosityStream for unlimited access to top documentaries and nonfiction series. Use promo code 'whatif' for a free 30-day trial! For transcripts and sources, check here. Discover more scenarios: Planet Earth | The Cosmos | Technology | Your Body | Humanity Join us at YouTube for perks and check out our T-shirts and merch. Follow us on Instagram, Twitter, and Facebook. Produced by Underknown in Toronto: underknown.com #moonsplit #axialtilt #moonquakes #tides #hypotheticalscenario #whatif #cosmos See show notes: https://inlet.fm/what-if-science-theories-possibilities/episodes/681d86afe64c4b83e7e5197c Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

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