Moon Phase on April 13, 2009
On April 13, 2009, the moon was in the Waxing Gibbous phase.
What is a Waxing Gibbous Moon?
A Waxing Gibbous moon is the phase after the First Quarter moon and before the Full Moon. During this phase, more than half of the moon's visible surface is illuminated by the sun. The illuminated portion of the moon is growing larger each night until it reaches the Full Moon stage.
How to Observe the Waxing Gibbous Moon
To observe the Waxing Gibbous moon, you can simply look up at the night sky. The moon will be visible for a significant portion of the night, and its shape will be easily recognizable.
Other Interesting Facts about the Moon
- The moon's gravitational pull is responsible for the tides on Earth.
- The moon's surface is covered in craters, mountains, and plains.
- The first human to walk on the moon was Neil Armstrong in 1969.
Enjoy observing the moon in its various phases!
