Orionid Meteor Shower Should Be Visible From Anywhere On Earth

Orionid Meteor Shower Should Be Visible From Anywhere On Earth

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The video discusses the Orionid meteor shower, which will display about 20 meteors per hour starting tonight. It will be visible from anywhere on Earth, with the best viewing time being local time Wednesday from 1:00 AM to 2:00 AM. To enhance the viewing experience, it is recommended to avoid light pollution and not use devices like telescopes and binoculars.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the name of the meteor shower mentioned in the video?

Leonid

Geminid

Perseid

Orionid

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many meteors per hour can be expected during the Orionid meteor shower?

10

30

20

40

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

From where on Earth can the meteor shower be observed?

Only near the equator

Only in the Northern Hemisphere

Only in the Southern Hemisphere

Anywhere on Earth

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the recommended time to watch the meteor shower?

12:00 AM to 1:00 AM

3:00 AM to 4:00 AM

1:00 AM to 2:00 AM

2:00 AM to 3:00 AM

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following should be avoided for the best viewing experience?

Using a telescope

Watching with friends

Watching from a dark area

Checking the weather forecast