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Time moves faster on the moon, new study of Einstein's relativity shows

A new study has demonstrated that time moves slightly faster on the Moon compared to Earth, due to differences in gravitational forces as described by Einstein's theory of general relativity. Researchers from the University of Bremen in Germany analyzed data from the Apollo Lunar Laser Ranging Experiment, where laser beams are fired from Earth to reflectors on the Moon to measure the distance with high precision. The study found that clocks on the Moon tick at a rate about 56 microseconds per day faster than those on Earth. This minute difference arises because the Moon has less mass than Earth, resulting in weaker gravity, which affects the passage of time. This finding not only confirms Einstein's predictions but also has implications for future lunar missions, where precise timekeeping will be crucial for navigation and communication.

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