Just for fun.

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I'd argue that you can't "prove" anything.

Good answer.

I do intend on trying the weight change during high tide vs. low tide. I am going to use a digital scale so I can remote the display and put a barrel of water on it and log the weight and temperature for about a week.

Thanks

That's interesting, I'd never thought of doing that. I look forward to seeing the results!

As for blowing up the moon, I think it would be reckless, pointless, dangerous, fun, exciting and responsible. Let's do it. It may be the most direct way to demonstrate that there really is was a moon.