Why Does the Moon Appear to Be Much Larger When

question 86

Multiple Choice

Why does the moon appear to be much larger when it is just above the hills on the horizon than when it is straight overhead?

• A)This is primarily due to the curve of the earth.
• B)This is primarily due to the change in brightness.
• C)This is primarily due to comparisons with the sizes of familiar objects.
• D)This is primarily due to the refractory index.

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