The Moon Appears Larger at the Horizon When It Is

question 51

Multiple Choice

The moon appears larger at the horizon when it is higher in the sky because of

• A) distortions as the light passes through the atmosphere.
• B) an optical illusion.
• C) temperature of the air near the ground versus higher in the sky.
• D) differences in the actual distance between the earth and the moon.

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