What's a Meteor Shower?

The video explores the night sky, focusing on meteors, meteoroids, and meteorites. It explains how meteors are formed from small pieces of rock or metal entering Earth's atmosphere, creating a streak of light. The video also discusses meteor showers, which occur when Earth passes through dust left by comets. Viewers learn about different meteor showers throughout the year and receive tips on how to watch them, particularly the Perseids in August.

What is the main cause of the light we see when a meteor appears in the sky?

• Lightning in the atmosphere

• Reflection of sunlight

• A star exploding

• Burning of a small piece of rock or metal

What do we call a meteoroid that reaches the Earth's surface?

• Meteorite

• Meteor

• Comet

• Asteroid

How often do meteor showers typically occur?

• Once a year

• Several times a year

• Every night

• Every month

What is the relationship between comets and meteor showers?

• Comets create meteor showers by colliding with the Earth

• Comets are made of meteors

• Meteor showers are remnants of comets that exploded

• Meteor showers occur when Earth passes through dust left by comets

Which of the following months is NOT typically associated with a major meteor shower?

• December

• January

• March

• August