Super Moon to Return In May 2012 | Video

Monday, March 26, 2012 - 08:04 in Astronomy & Space

The full Moon will be up to 14% larger and 30% brighter than others during the year. The reason for this phenomenon is that the Moon becomes full on its closest approach to Earth on May 5, 2012, also known as the perigee full Moon.

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