Summary
- People on Earth see a full Moon almost every month but have you ever wondered what it looks like from space?
- A NASA astronaut living aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has shared a breathtaking photo showing the full Moon from orbit.
- While people on Earth watched the full Moon rise above the horizon and shine brightly in the sky astronauts on the ISS enjoyed a completely different view.
People on Earth see a full Moon almost every month but have you ever wondered what it looks like from space?
A NASA astronaut living aboard the International Space Station (ISS) has shared a breathtaking photo showing the full Moon from orbit.
The image was released on July 29, when July’s full Moon appeared in the night sky. It was shared on social media by NASA astronaut Anil Menon.
While people on Earth watched the full Moon rise above the horizon and shine brightly in the sky astronauts on the ISS enjoyed a completely different view.
From space the Moon appears to glow brilliantly against the deep black background of the universe.
NASA also shared a message encouraging people to take a moment to look up at the night sky.
The space agency said that the full Moon remains one of nature’s most beautiful and timeless sights continuing to inspire people around the world with its beauty.
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