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Moon's Surface to Display Striking 'X' and 'V' Patterns on July 2: How to Catch this Rare Lunar Illusion
Jul, 11 2025 Benjamin Calderwood

Moon's Surface to Display Striking 'X' and 'V' Patterns on July 2: How to Catch this Rare Lunar Illusion

On July 2, 2025, a rare optical illusion will create large 'X' and 'V' patterns on the moon's surface. This fleeting effect, caused by the interplay of sunlight and lunar craters, will be best seen near sunset. Stargazers in the northern hemisphere can catch the spectacle for about four hours before the first quarter moon phase.

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