Meteor shower

Meteor shower

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Science, Physics

6th - 12th Grade

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Meteors appear to radiate from a single point and occur in short bursts when Earth passes through dust or debris. While meteor events are common, only a few, like the Parsid and Leonid showers, are predictable.

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3 mins • 1 pt

What is the typical duration of meteor showers?

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How do meteors appear to radiate in the sky?

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What phenomenon occurs when the Earth passes through a cloud of dust or debris?

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What are the names of two meteor showers that are regular and can be predicted?

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Why are only a few meteor showers considered common events?

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