In the simulation of the Moon, the two perspectives typically shown are:
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Earth's Perspective: This viewpoint represents how the Moon appears from the surface of the Earth. In this panel, you would see the Moon as it is commonly observed from our planet, which includes its various phases (new moon, crescent, first quarter, gibbous, and full moon) as well as its surface features like craters, maria (the darker, flat areas), and highlands. The position of the Moon in the sky will change based on the time of day and the observer’s geographic location, as well as its position in orbit around the Earth. The panel might also highlight factors like the Moon’s distance from Earth and how that affects its apparent size and brightness.
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Lunar Surface Perspective: This viewpoint illustrates what it would be like to stand on the Moon's surface looking back at Earth. In this panel, you would see a view of the Earth as a bright, blue-and-white sphere in the blackness of space. Depending on the location and time on the Moon, Earth could appear as a full disc or a crescent, and you may also see stars and the rugged lunar landscape in the foreground. This perspective underscores the relative sizes of the Moon and Earth and showcases features such as regolith, rocks, and the horizon of the Moon, giving a sense of the stark and desolate environment of the lunar surface.
Together, these two perspectives provide a comprehensive understanding of the Moon's relationship with Earth, highlighting both the external view of the Moon from Earth and the internal view from the lunar surface.