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Waxing gibbous Moon, computer-enhanced
Waxing gibbous Moon, computer-enhanced image. The colour saturation of this image has been enhanced to accentuate the natural variation in colour of the Moons surface. This brings out the differences in surface composition, which reveals that the Moons surface comprises many different minerals. For instance, deep craters excavate bright material from below the surface, and distribute it across the surface. The Moon is said to be waxing when it is increasing in apparent size. A gibbous Moon is one that is between half and totally full
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Media ID 1694521
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2005 Circular Circle Circles Colours Cratered Craters Gibbous Lunar Mineral Mineralogy Minerals Moon Planetary Round Shape Rounded Selenography Solar System Surface Waxing False Coloured
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
FSC Real Wood Frame and Double Mounted with White Conservation Mountboard - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.9cm (9.6" x 7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This stunning print captures the mesmerizing beauty of a waxing gibbous Moon, enhanced using computer technology. The image has been carefully saturated to highlight the natural variation in color across the lunar surface, revealing its rich composition of minerals. As we gaze at this celestial wonder, we can observe deep craters excavating bright material from beneath the surface and distributing it across the Moon's face. The term "waxing" refers to the Moon's increasing apparent size as it moves towards becoming full. A gibbous Moon is one that lies between half and totally full, displaying a rounded shape that enchants us with its captivating allure. Through selenography, or lunar mapping, scientists have uncovered that our nearest neighbor in space comprises numerous different minerals. This false-colored image allows us to appreciate these variations by accentuating their unique hues and textures. Taken on April 18th, 2005, this photograph serves as a reminder of our fascination with space exploration and our ongoing quest to understand Earth's closest companion in the solar system. It invites us to marvel at the intricate details etched upon its cratered surface while contemplating humanity's enduring curiosity about worlds beyond our own.
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