Tuesday 1 May 2012

Super Moon

On 5 May, the moon will be full at the same time as it passes relatively close the earth, making it appear particularly bright. Astronomers call this a perigee or Super Moon, in this case the closest the moon will be until 2014, making it appear about a third brighter than average.

Extreme tides are likely while the moon is closer to the earth.

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