Why Are the Moon and Sun the Same Size in Earth’s Sky?
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Re: Why Are the Moon and Sun the Same Size in Earth’s Sky?
#2The article doesn't answer the question.
The conclusion of the article, citing: >If you assume you get an Earth-like planet, our best estimates have enormous uncertainties, but may lead to a total probability in the range of around 1-10%. To really know the answer to this question, however, we’ll need more and better data, and for that, we’ll need to wait for the next generation of astronomical observatories.There is no basis for the conclusion "range of around 1-10%". And no references as well.
I don't want to be dismissive, but for me, scientific articles should base conclusions on credible references.
To me this is one of the weakest articles of Ethan, and I was a regular reader.
Re: Why Are the Moon and Sun the Same Size in Earth’s Sky?
#3The article doesn't answer the question. The conclusion of the article, citing: >If you assume you get an Earth-like planet, our best estimates have enormous uncertainties, but may lead to a total probability in the range of around 1-10%. To really know the answer to this question, however, we’ll need more and better data, and for that, we’ll need to wait for the next generation of astronomical observatories. There i…
Good point. Sorry for submitting it.