April 12, 1990: Moon Phase
On April 12, 1990, the moon was in its waxing gibbous phase. This means that the illuminated portion of the moon was increasing in size, moving towards a full moon.
What is a Waxing Gibbous Moon?
A waxing gibbous moon is the phase of the moon that occurs after a first quarter moon and before a full moon. During this phase, more than half of the moon's visible surface is illuminated by the sun.
Observing the Waxing Gibbous Moon
During a waxing gibbous phase, the moon appears bright in the night sky. Its light can be quite strong, especially as it gets closer to a full moon. You can observe the moon's changing shape and position in the sky throughout the night.
Other Astronomical Events on April 12, 1990
It is worth noting that April 12, 1990, was also the launch date of the Hubble Space Telescope, a significant event in the history of astronomy.
