Astronomy Picture of the Day · January 30, 2002

Moonrise Over Seattle

The Astronomy Picture of the Day for January 30, 2002 is “Moonrise Over Seattle,” an image. The picture is copyrighted by its creator (Credit & Copyright: Shay Stephens). The original explanation runs about 149 words.

From the explanation

“Is the Moon larger when near the horizon? No — as shown above, the Moon appears to be very nearly the same size no matter its location on the sky.”

— APOD editors, January 30, 2002

Read the full explanation on science.nasa.gov

At a glance

Date: January 30, 2002
Type: Image
Credit: Credit & Copyright: Shay Stephens
Copyright: Copyrighted by the credited creator. Ask the copyright holder before reusing it.
Explanation length: About 149 words

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Source

Astronomy Picture of the Day, January 30, 2002 — science.nasa.gov/image-article/apod-2002-january-30-moonrise-over-seattle

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