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Make a Moon Journal

Your job is to monitor the location and appearance of the Moon.

  1. You must draw the naked-eye, visual appearance of the Moon at least twice per week, during the period June 29 - Aug 1. With each drawing, you must provide the date and time, as well as the location of the Moon in the sky. At least one of these drawings must be done while the Sun is above the horizon.

  2. On just one night (or day), draw a picture of the Moon which is more detailed than usual. Your drawing must be at least 3 inches in diameter. If you wish, you may use binoculars, a telescope, or other optical aid for this drawing; it's okay to use your naked eye, too.

  3. Make a copy of your drawing from part (2). Add labels to as many features as you can identify. List the source you used to help you identify features. What is the diameter of the smallest feature you can see?

Scan or photograph all your drawings and notes, creating a single PDF file with all the material. Submit the PDF file via the myCourses "Assignments" facility.

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