Real-Time Earth & Moon Viewer | Fourmilab

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The discussion centers around the Real-Time Earth & Moon Viewer hosted by Fourmilab, which allows users to observe Earth and Moon in real-time. Participants express interest in the site's features, particularly the satellite selection option. A comparison is made between the illuminated areas of South Korea and the darkness of North Korea, highlighting the stark contrast visible from space. Users also engage in light-hearted banter about the Moon's size and the functionality of keyboards.

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  • Understanding of real-time satellite imagery
  • Familiarity with web-based visualization tools
  • Basic knowledge of geographical contrasts as seen from space
  • Awareness of Fourmilab's digital resources
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  • Explore the features of Fourmilab's Earth & Moon Viewer
  • Investigate satellite imagery tools and their applications
  • Research the impact of urbanization on nighttime light visibility
  • Learn about the technology behind real-time data visualization
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Geographers, educators, astronomy enthusiasts, and anyone interested in real-time Earth observation and satellite technology.

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I don't want to look at your moom.
 
Yesterday the TV news showed a picture taken at night of the 2 Koreas, in which it was appreciated that South Korea was full of lights, whereas North Korea was jet black (except the capital), now I will see if that is correct
 
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Chi Meson said:
I don't want to look at your moom.

Why? it is a very nice one :-p :
 
Pretty cool site! I liked the satellite choosing feature. Thanks Wolram!
 
That was great Moom and all!
 
That's an idea for google earth, I say.
 
hypatia said:
That was great Moom and all!

I have so much trouble with keyboards, i have never used one yet that works proper :cry:
 
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Your Moom is sooooo fat, it's a quarter the size of Earth!
 
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FeynmanMH42 said:
Your Moom is sooooo fat, it's a quarter the size of Earth!

Cheeky beggar :-p
 

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