* Reflected light: The moon doesn't produce its own light. It reflects sunlight. The amount of sunlight reflected depends on the angle of the sun and the moon's surface.
* Proximity: The moon is much closer to Earth than even the closest stars. This means that even though the sun is much brighter, the moon appears brighter because it's so close.
* Darkness of the sky: When the moon is full, it illuminates the sky, making it harder to see dim stars. Our eyes adjust to the brighter conditions, making the stars appear dimmer in comparison.
In short: The moon is a large, reflective object close to Earth. Its brightness is an illusion created by the reflection of sunlight and our perception of it compared to the faint light of distant stars.
