K Kyle M Guest Feb 28, 2009 #2 far away from light pollution and observe it when it is near the horizon. The moon appears bigger when near the horizon due to an optical illusion where your eyes try to compare it to that horizon.
far away from light pollution and observe it when it is near the horizon. The moon appears bigger when near the horizon due to an optical illusion where your eyes try to compare it to that horizon.
M Mickypoo Guest Feb 28, 2009 #3 The moon only appears to be larger at some places. What I would suggest is finding a place that is furthest from any city lights. This would make it clearer at least.
The moon only appears to be larger at some places. What I would suggest is finding a place that is furthest from any city lights. This would make it clearer at least.
