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                           Astronomy Picture of the Day   
      
       Discover the cosmos! Each day a different image or photograph of our   
         fascinating universe is featured, along with a brief explanation   
                       written by a professional astronomer.   
      
                                   2023 April 26   
        A nearly full Moon is seen through the famous Arc de Triomphi with   
       trees and cars lining the foreground. Please see the explanation for   
                            more detailed information.   
      
                       The Moon through the Arc de Triomphe   
                    Image Credit & Copyright: Stefano Zanarello   
      
      Explanation: Was this a lucky shot? Although many amazing photographs   
      are taken by someone who just happened to be in the right place at the   
      right time, this image took skill and careful planning. First was the   
      angular scale: if you shoot too close to the famous Arc de Triomphe in   
      Paris, France, the full moon will appear too small.  Conversely, if you   
      shoot from too far away, the moon will appear  too large and not fit   
      inside the Arc. Second is timing: the Moon only appears centered inside   
      the Arc for small periods of time -- from this distance less than a   
      minute. Other planned features include lighting, relative brightness,   
      height, capturing a good foreground, and digital processing. And yes,   
      there is some luck involved -- for example, the sky must be clear. This   
      time, the planning was successful, bringing two of humanity's most   
      famous icons photographically together for all to enjoy.   
      
                   Today's adventure link: Click "Paris" (above)   
                          Tomorrow's picture: open space   
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