Researchers call this phenomenon “Earthshine,” and NASA notes that it can be seen in
Scientists explained that this phenomenon can be explained"Cosmic ping-pong" - the earth's light is reflected from our planet, partially hits the moon and bounces back. Changes in the brightness of the Earth are explained by increased cloudiness - according to scientists, the more cloudy the Earth, the stronger the planet's light becomes.
The best time to see this phenomenon- new moon, when the bright light from the Earth satellite does not interfere with viewing. At the same time, on some days on the surface of the Moon, you will also see the contrast between the bright and dark parts of the satellite.
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Researchers note that for the most partThe Earth phenomenon will be best seen on November 12th. In this case, people will be able to see Venus over the Moon. "Earth's light is easiest to observe during the days before and after the new moon, when that part of the moon that is directly illuminated by the sun appears as a thin crescent," NASA said.
Formerly United States National Aeronautics Administrationand Space Exploration (NASA) has presented an updated plan for its Artemis lunar program, the first phase of which (Artemis 1) is now slated for 2021, and the second (Artemis 2) for 2023. The document was published on the agency's website.
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