Måne is the Swedish word for "moon," which is Earth's only natural satellite. It orbits our planet at an average distance of about 384,400 kilometers (238,855 miles). The moon plays a crucial role in influencing tides and stabilizing Earth's axial tilt, which affects the climate. The moon has various phases, including new moon, first quarter, full moon, and last quarter, caused by its position relative to the Earth and the Sun. It has a surface covered with craters, mountains, and plains, and has been a subject of human exploration, notably during the Apollo missions.