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The distance between the Earth and the Moon... or for that matter the Earth and any other planet in the Solar System... is so small compared to the distance to even the nearest stars that there is no appreciable difference in the constellations.

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Does the gibbous moon look the same from all positions on Earth?

Yes. Everyone on earth for whom the moon is visible sees the same phase at the same time.


Why are some constellations visible to New York State observers at midnight during April but not visible at midnight during October?

Some constellations are visible to New York State observers at midnight in April but not in October due to the Earth's orbit around the Sun. As the Earth moves, different sections of the night sky become visible at different times of the year. In April, the night sky includes constellations that are positioned opposite the Sun, making them visible at midnight, while by October, those same constellations are positioned closer to the Sun and are not visible at that time. This cyclic visibility is a result of the changing angle of the Earth’s rotation and its position in its orbit.


What type of moon happens when The moon and sun are on the same side of Earth?

A new moon occurs when the Moon is positioned between the Earth and the Sun, with the Sun's light illuminating the side of the Moon facing away from Earth. This alignment creates a moon that is not visible from Earth.


Which moon always has the same side facing the planet?

Most moons do that. Earth's Moon is the most readily visible example.


Why are some constellations visible to New York State in April but not October?

Some constellations are visible in New York State during April but not in October due to the Earth's position in its orbit around the Sun. As the Earth moves, different parts of the night sky become visible at different times of the year. In April, certain constellations rise earlier in the evening and are higher in the sky, while by October, the same constellations may set earlier and be obscured by the Sun's position. This shifting visibility is a result of seasonal changes in the night sky.

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Can you see the same constellations from the surface of the moon that we see from earth?

yeah but they wont be in the same orientation


Do the southern hemisphere and in the northern hemisphere have the same constellations?

No, the southern hemisphere has different constellations than the northern hemisphere due to the Earth's tilt and rotation. Some constellations visible in the north may not be visible in the south, and vice versa.


Would a moon constellation map be helpful on the moon?

Using a star map could potentially be useful as we used the stars to navigate in the times before advanced technology. Since the distance between the Earth and the moon is tiny compared to the distance between stars the constellations you see from the moon are exactly the same ones you see from Earth.


Does the gibbous moon look the same from all positions on Earth?

Yes. Everyone on earth for whom the moon is visible sees the same phase at the same time.


Why do Constellations seem to move in the sky each night because?

Constellations appear to move in the sky due to the Earth's rotation on its axis. As the Earth rotates, different constellations become visible at different times of the night. This motion is also why constellations appear to shift positions throughout the year.


What times was the moon visible on September 7 2009?

That depends a lot on where you live! The Moon is not visible from all places on Earth at the same time.


Why do the earth and moon appear the same size?

The Earth and Moon appear the same size in the sky when viewed from Earth because the Moon is about 1/4 the size of Earth and is about 1/4 as far away from Earth as the Earth is from the Moon. This alignment creates the illusion that they have the same apparent size.


Why is the moon sometimes visible during the daytime?

The moon is sometimes visible during the daytime because its position in its orbit around the Earth causes it to be in the sky at the same time the sun is. Depending on its phase, angle, and position relative to the sun and Earth, the moon can be visible during the day.


Do you see the same constellations every day?

No - as Earth goes around the sun, we see different parts of space and different patterns of stars as they come into view. Different constellations are visible during different times of the year.


Is a lunar eclipse the same as a new moon?

No, a lunar eclipse is not the same as a new moon. A lunar eclipse occurs when the Earth passes between the sun and the moon, casting a shadow on the moon. A new moon is when the moon is positioned between the Earth and the sun, so it is not visible from Earth.


Are all constellations visible all the time?

No. As we orbit the Sun different constellations become visible, but we can only see them when it is dark. Constellations are in the sky during daylight, but the Sun is so bright, we cannot see them. A few months after that, they start to be visible in the evenings and soon at night, by which time other constellations are in daylight and cannot be seen. You will see any constellation at the same time of year, every year. So the constellations you see in the night sky tonight are the same as the ones you will see on this date in any other year. The only thing that will differ is where the Moon and planets are.


Which moon always has the same side facing the planet?

Most moons do that. Earth's Moon is the most readily visible example.