Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
Applications and Investigations in Earth Science (9th Edition)
9th Edition
ISBN: 9780134746241
Author: Edward J. Tarbuck, Frederick K. Lutgens, Dennis G. Tasa
Publisher: PEARSON
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1. Measure the angular size of the Moon. 2. Calculate the size of the Moon using the distance between the Earth and the Moon. 3.8x105km
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Transcribed Image Text:1. Measure the angular size of the Moon. 2. Calculate the size of the Moon using the distance between the Earth and the Moon. 3.8x105km
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