Real-Time Earth & Moon Viewer | Fourmilab

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around a real-time Earth and Moon viewer provided by Fourmilab, with participants sharing their thoughts on the site and related observations. The conversation includes personal anecdotes, humor, and suggestions for similar tools.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory
  • Conceptual clarification
  • Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a link to the Fourmilab Earth and Moon viewer, expressing interest in its real-time capabilities.
  • Another participant humorously dismisses the viewer, stating they do not wish to look at it.
  • A participant references a news story about the visibility of lights in South Korea versus North Korea, indicating they will use the viewer to verify this observation.
  • A different link to a satellite viewing site is shared, suggesting it may also be of interest to others.
  • Several participants engage in playful banter about the Moon, with jokes about its size and personal keyboard difficulties.
  • One participant appreciates the satellite choosing feature of the viewer, thanking another for the suggestion.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

The discussion includes both appreciation for the viewer and humorous disagreements about its relevance and the Moon's portrayal. No consensus is reached on the viewer's importance or utility.

Contextual Notes

Participants express varying levels of interest and engagement with the viewer, and some comments reflect personal preferences rather than technical evaluations.

Who May Find This Useful

Individuals interested in real-time satellite imagery, Earth and Moon observations, or those who enjoy lighthearted discussions about astronomy and 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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