A 'supermoon' has been appearing in skies this weekend as it appears in its biggest and brightest form of the year.
The phenomenon, known as a perigee full moon, occurs when the Moon reaches its closest point to Earth.
It will appear up to 14% bigger and 30% brighter, particularly on Sunday night when viewing conditions are likely to be better.
"The clearest skies will be across southern and western parts of England," said meteorologist Billy Payne.
The "Supermoon" rises over the temple of Poseidon in Greece "Although most places will have a good chance of a clear view."
At its closest, the Moon will be 222,000 miles from Earth, compared with 250,000 miles at its farthest point.
The Moon's distance from Earth varies because it follows an elliptical orbit rather than a circular one.
The most significant effect of the 'supemoon' will be high tides, with scientists dismissing any notion that the phenomenon could cause bizarre behaviour or natural disasters.
:: Send us your pictures of the 'supermoon' and we may include them in a special gallery.
Anda sedang membaca artikel tentang
Brighter 'Supermoon' Graces Weekend Skies
Dengan url
http://yojanganmenyerah.blogspot.com/2013/06/brighter-supermoon-graces-weekend-skies.html
Anda boleh menyebar luaskannya atau mengcopy paste-nya
Brighter 'Supermoon' Graces Weekend Skies
namun jangan lupa untuk meletakkan link
Brighter 'Supermoon' Graces Weekend Skies
sebagai sumbernya
0 komentar:
Posting Komentar