Because the distance the light travels through Earth's atmosphere is greater when we perceive the Moon to be on the horizon, and the atmosphere acts like a magnifying lens.
By:Emily Tatro.By:Emily Tatro.
it is not big it just looks big.
it seems bigger because the moon is closer to the Earth at certain times.
a full moon
A big, low-hanging moon typically appears larger when it is close to the horizon due to an optical illusion. There is no inherent meaning associated with this phenomenon, but it can create a striking visual effect and evoke a sense of wonder or tranquility for those observing it.
full moon
The moon appears big in the sky sometimes due to an optical illusion called the "moon illusion." This occurs when the moon is closer to the horizon, making it appear larger compared to when it is higher in the sky.
The moon appears big in the sky due to an optical illusion called the "moon illusion." This occurs when the moon is near the horizon, making it seem larger compared to when it is higher in the sky.
Charlie Paster is a total babe! And is like in love with me!!:) The moon is huge just like Charlies bum!;)
The moon may appear larger tonight due to an optical illusion called the "moon illusion," where the moon looks bigger when it is closer to the horizon. This illusion is caused by the way our brains perceive the size of the moon in relation to objects on the horizon.
What is the phase of the moon when the sunset is near the horizon?
The Moon looks red during a total lunar eclipse. It may also look red when it is close to the horizon, due to atmospheric dust.