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Earthshine: The Science Behind the Moon's Ashen Glow

Earthshine: The Science Behind the Moon's Ashen Glow Have you ever looked at a thin crescent Moon and noticed that the dark portion of the lunar disk isn't entirely black, but instead glo...

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Earthlight and Earthshine: The Lunar Illumination Phenomenon

Earthlight and Earthshine: The Lunar Illumination Phenomenon While we often think of the Moon as a cold, dark rock reflecting the Sun's rays, there is a subtle and fascinating interplay o...

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