Dawn over Europe and Africa, Earth globe C016 / 3729
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Dawn over Europe and Africa, Earth globe C016 / 3729
Waxing crescent Moon. Image 5 of 27. Optical image of a waxing (increasing in apparent size) crescent Moon 5 days into its 28-day cycle. The lunar phases arise as the Moons orbit of the Earth shows the Earth-facing side moving into and out of the light of the Sun. This Earth-facing side of the Moon is locked in place by the gravitational influence of the Earth. This results in a lunar day that equals the length of the lunar Earth orbit. On a waxing Moon the day-night line (terminator) marks the lunar dawn. The Moon is crescent when it is less than half full. Taken in September 2001. A sequence of the monthly cycle of Moon phases is shown on images R340/644-670
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This print titled "Dawn over Europe and Africa, Earth globe C016 / 3729" showcases the breathtaking beauty of our planet from a unique perspective. The image captures a waxing crescent Moon, five days into its 28-day cycle, as it increases in apparent size against the backdrop of a blackened sky. The lunar phases depicted here are a result of the Moon's orbit around the Earth, with its Earth-facing side moving in and out of sunlight. The photograph highlights the locked position of this Earth-facing side due to gravitational forces exerted by our planet. This fascinating phenomenon creates a lunar day that matches the length of one complete orbit around the Earth. As we witness this waxing Moon, we can observe how the day-night line (terminator) marks the onset of lunar dawn. Taken in September 2001 by PLANETARY VISIONS LTD/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY, this stunning image also offers glimpses of Europe and Africa illuminated by both natural and artificial light sources. The intricate details captured on this spherical representation remind us of our interconnectedness as inhabitants sharing this beautiful blue planet. With its rich geographical context encompassing North America, South America, and even parts of South Atlantic Ocean visible at nightfall, this print serves as an awe-inspiring reminder that every new day brings forth endless possibilities for exploration and discovery.
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