Showing posts with label the moon. Show all posts
Showing posts with label the moon. Show all posts

Sunday, February 23, 2025

The "Moon Illusion" Has Stumped Scientists for Millennia: Unraveling the Mystery

It's an illusion That has puzzled individuals from the realms of philosophy and science across millennia—but what is the reason behind this? Moon appear bigger when it rises or sets? Queries about the visual illusion of the moon seeming bigger when it's close to the horizon can be traced back...

Friday, February 14, 2025

Lunar Eclipse Tomorrow: NZ and Parts of Australia Set for a Spectacular Show

When the complete moon appears tomorrow (Thursday, March 14), it will present a remarkable view for observers in Aotearoa New Zealand. People residing on the eastern coastline of Australia should also find it worthwhile to take a glance. Instead of appearing fully illuminated, the Moon will be...

Wednesday, February 5, 2025

Science's Top Theory About the Moon Might Be Dead Wrong

It has often been said that the Moon came into existence when a Mars-sized body dubbed Theia smashed into Earth , propelling matter into space which ultimately formed our cherished cosmic companion. This concept, referred to as the giant impact hypothesis, aids in explaining why Earth and...