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A dark line in the sky visible from the ground could be caused by a phenomenon like a solar eclipse, a passing storm cloud, or pollution in the atmosphere blocking sunlight.

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The side of the moon facing earth is dark and the moon not visible?

When the side of the moon facing Earth is dark and not visible, it is called the "new moon" phase. During this phase, the sunlit side of the moon is facing away from Earth, making it appear dark from our perspective.


What could be the cause of the mysterious dark line in the sky that has been spotted by many people in the area?

The mysterious dark line in the sky could be caused by a variety of factors such as weather phenomena, atmospheric conditions, or even human activities like pollution or aircraft contrails. Further investigation and analysis would be needed to determine the exact cause.


The moon is not visible to observers on Earth?

When the moon is not visible to observers on Earth, it is likely in its new moon phase. During this time, the side of the moon facing Earth is not illuminated by the sun, making it appear dark and invisible from our perspective.


How can a cloud be bright even when it is dark on the ground?

A bright cloud in a dark sky often occurs during sunrise or sunset when the angle of the sun casts light onto the cloud from below the horizon, creating a contrast between the cloud and the dark sky. This phenomenon can also happen when the cloud is filled with ice crystals that reflect sunlight, making it appear bright even in dark conditions on the ground.


Why do you not put the stevenson screen on the ground?

The ground, like tarmac or concrete is a solid state which absorb sunlight due to the dark colour (e.g. black). Therefore there is probability that the Stevenson Screen can absorb these heat which can then alter the readings of the instruments. Hope that helps JL