The UnMuseum's Ponzo and the Moon
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Description: Explains why the Ponzo Illusion makes the Moon appear larger when near the horizon.
The UnMuseum - Experiment: Ponzo and the Moon Experiment in Perception: The Ponzo Illusion and the Moon. Ever notice that the moon seems to appear bigger when it is just above the horizon? Often the explanation given for this is simply "the moon looks bigger because it is near the horizon." This seems unsatisfying. What's the scientific reason?
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