Perigee Moon 2012: Full Moon Plus Close Orbit Means Supermoon (infographic)

The moon — that huge full moon from April — is back now on May 4, 5, 2012. And it’s a “supermoon,” according to the folks at space.com. Check out this infographic. Then look up. Wow!

It’s the Perigee Moon 2012, alright.

The moon — that huge full moon from April — is back now on May 4, 5, 2012. And it’s a “supermoon,” according to the folks at space.com. Check out this infographic. Then look up. Wow! There is a huge moon over Silicon Valley tonight.

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    They refer to the another great service – APOD – Astronomy Picture of the Day from NASA which gives full explanations, educational links & (Yeah!) full credits!

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