These claims are easily refuted: the flag was made stiff by rods inserted into it, and thus small vibrations, say from an astronauts hand, were amplified. If the exposure of the camera had been set high enough to see stars, the lunar surface would have appeared blindingly white in photographs. And shadows can appear to fall in different directions on uneven ground. Additionally, the varied surface of the moon reflects light, making objects which should be shaded well lit. | These claims are easily refuted: the flag was made stiff by rods inserted into it, and thus small vibrations, say from an astronauts hand, were amplified. If the exposure of the camera had been set high enough to see stars, the lunar surface would have appeared blindingly white in photographs. And shadows can appear to fall in different directions on uneven ground. Additionally, the varied surface of the moon reflects light, making objects which should be shaded well lit. |