Is the moon a particularly reflective body or would most planetary object appear just as bright at the same distance?

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   April 13, 2025

   The Moon is actually a pretty dark body, reflecting only ~10% of the light similar to asphalt. Most objects would appear brighter.

   The illuminated part of the Moon is in full sunlight, which makes it look very bright at night.

   Here are pictures of Earth and Moon together.