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Atmospheric Refraction and Its Effects

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Explore the intriguing phenomenon of why the Moon appears larger on the horizon. Despite centuries of speculation dating back to Aristotle, scientists still seek a definitive explanation. This clip discusses atmospheric refraction and its effects, revealing that the Moon is actually 1.5% farther away at the horizon and that similar illusions occur with constellations. Discover how our perceptions may play a role in this visual illusion and learn about the ongoing scientific inquiries into this captivating celestial mystery.

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Why does the Moon appear larger when it's on the horizon?

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What is one popular theory that explains why the Moon appears larger on the horizon?

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Why does the Moon look larger when it is near the horizon?

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