Jasmine and Chrissy from NIU STEAM recently appeared on WNIJ’s The Sound of Science to answer a question from a curious 6-year-old named Vera. Vera wanted to know why the Moon can be seen during the day, despite typically being associated with the night sky.
The two experts explained how the Earth’s rotation on its axis causes day and night, and how the Moon’s orbit around the Earth affects its visibility. They also discussed how the Moon acts as a natural satellite that reflects the Sun’s light, with different phases visible due to the Earth’s shadow.
Jasmine elaborated on how the Moon’s position relative to the Earth’s rotation causes it to rise and set like the Sun, contributing to its visibility during daytime hours. She also explained that the Moon’s proximity to Earth compared to other objects in the night sky allows it to be seen during the day. When it is full and perfectly aligned with