The Moon illusion occurs in part because distance cues at the horizon make the Moon seem

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The Moon illusion happens because when the Moon is near the horizon, our brain perceives it as being farther away due to the presence of distance cues on the horizon (like trees, buildings, etc.). According to the Ponzo illusion, objects on the horizon appear larger than those in the sky because our brain compensates for perceived distance, making the Moon seem larger when it's near the horizon.

The Moon Illusion Occurs in Part Because Distance Cues at the Horizon