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It rises in the east and sets in the west. As with the sun and planets, it follows the same path as the sun in the sky (more or less) as the earth rotates once every 24 hours.

The moon orbits the Earth once a month. By obseving its position in the sky at the same time every day from one day to the next (e.g. every night at 9.00), you can see how is slowly progresses around the earth.

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What direction will the moon rise from in Pittsburgh tonight?

The moon, the sun and the stars all rise in the east and set in the west due to the rotation of the earth.


How will you describe the moon when it is in the general direction of the sun?

The Moon always keeps the same side facing the Earth.So, whatever direction you name, there is some place on the Moon from which the Earth appears in that direction, and if the observer doesn't move to a different place on the Moon, then the Earth doesn't move either. It's always in the same direction. The concept of "Earth rise" or "Earth set" does not apply on the Moon.(This video from Apollo 8 came as the spacecraft was circling the Moon in orbit.)Note that for about half of the Moon's surface (the far side), the Earth is never visible. During the full moon, very little of Earth is illuminated by the Sun, as seen from the Moon.


What planet has no moon and rotates from east to west?

Venus has no moon and evidences retrograde rotation from east to west (orbits "upside down", rotating the opposite direction to its orbit) - such that a Venusian observer might see the Sun rise in the west, and set in the east.


Where will the moon rise tonight in burlington Ontario?

In Burlington, Ontario, the moon will rise in the eastern part of the sky. The exact time and position can vary slightly depending on the phase of the moon and the date. You can check a local weather website or a moon phase app for precise details on the rise time and angle for tonight.


What causes the rising of the moon each day?

the moon doesnt rise. the earth rotates

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What direction will the moon rise from in Pittsburgh tonight?

The moon, the sun and the stars all rise in the east and set in the west due to the rotation of the earth.


Does the moon rise and set clockwise?

No, the moon rises in the east and sets in the west, following the same direction as the sun. This is because of the rotation of the Earth on its axis.


What is the azimuth of the moon rise?

Ah, the azimuth of the moon rise, isn't that a peaceful thing to ponder? The azimuth tells us where to look for the moon to grace us with its gentle presence. Just remember to find due east, follow where the moon takes its leisurely rise, and you're sure to feel a touch of magic in the evening sky.


Where is the moon when it is full?

At full moon, the Moon is opposite the Sun. It will (approximately) rise at sunset, and set at sunrise.At new moon, the moon is in the same direction as the Sun. It is still there, we just cant see the side lit by sunlight as it is facing away from the Earth when in the New Moon phase.


What is moon rise?

Moon rise refers to the time when the moon appears above the horizon and becomes visible in the sky. It happens every day as the moon orbits around the Earth. Moon rise times can vary depending on the phase of the moon and your location on Earth.


What direction did the moon rise yesterday?

The east


What is the time of moon rise today in Punjab?

When will the moon rise today in Punjab


When does the moon rise and set in Hedersonville NC?

When does the moon set and rise


When was The Moon Will Rise Again created?

The Moon Will Rise Again was created in 2002.


Can the moon rise at 9 AM?

No, the moon rises in the evening and sets in the morning. It is not possible for the moon to rise at 9 AM.


Which direction does the moon move in as it crosses the sky?

The moon goes in the direction of its orbit


Where does the moon rise in the northern hemisphere?

In the northern hemisphere, the moon generally rises in the east and sets in the west, just like the sun. However, the precise direction can vary slightly depending on the moon's position relative to the Earth's axis and the observer's location.