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Angular diameter

space Maturity 9-11

Things look different based on where you stand.

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A big ball looks small if it is far away. It looks big if it is near you. This helps us see stars and the moon. Can you see how big things look?
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Estimating angular size with hand.gif

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Estimating angular size with hand.gif
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Comparison angular diameter solar system.svg
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