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Starting to get the hang of it... this is at 25% (1/200 s, 800/5.6, ISO 64)
Full Moon Photography: Mastering Settings at 25%
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In summary, a full moon occurs when the moon is directly opposite the sun with the Earth in between. It happens approximately once every 29.5 days and is caused by the positioning of the sun, Earth, and moon. The full moon may appear larger on some nights due to the moon's varying distance from Earth. However, there is no scientific evidence to support the belief that a full moon affects human behavior.
Starting to get the hang of it... this is at 25% (1/200 s, 800/5.6, ISO 64)
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Andy, that is very cool.
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What is a full moon?
A full moon occurs when the moon is located directly opposite the sun, with the Earth in between. This results in the entire illuminated side of the moon being visible from Earth.
How often does a full moon occur?
A full moon occurs approximately once every 29.5 days, which is the length of a lunar cycle.
What causes a full moon?
A full moon is caused by the positioning of the sun, Earth, and moon in relation to each other. When the moon is on the opposite side of Earth as the sun, the entire illuminated side of the moon is visible to us on Earth.
Why does the full moon appear larger on some nights?
The moon's orbit around Earth is not perfectly circular, so its distance from Earth varies. When the moon is at its closest point to Earth (perigee), it appears slightly larger in the sky. This is known as a "supermoon."
Does a full moon affect human behavior?
There is no scientific evidence to support the belief that a full moon affects human behavior. Studies have consistently shown that there is no correlation between lunar phases and human behavior.
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