Why Does the Moon Look Larger at the Horizon- We Asked a NASA Expert

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Ever noticed how the Moon seems HUGE when it’s near the horizon but smaller when it’s overhead? Trick of the eye or something more? Scientists have debated this for 2,000+ years, and we still don’t have a definitive answer! Find out what we do know and learn more about the Moon illusion: https://science.nasa.gov/solar-system/moon/the-moon-illusion-why-does-the-moon-look-so-big-sometimes/ Link to download this video: coming soon Producers: Scott Bednar, Pedro Cota, Jessie Wilde Editor: James Lucas Credit: NASA

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