When the Moon Is near the Horizon,it Appears Larger Than

question 115

Multiple Choice

When the Moon is near the horizon,it appears larger than when it is high in the sky.This effect is primarily a result of

• A) the slightly dimmer appearance of the horizon Moon.
• B) the scattering of the horizon Moon's light waves,which penetrate the atmosphere at an angle.
• C) monocular distance cues,which make the horizon Moon seem farther away.
• D) the brighter appearance of the horizon Moon.

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