Light Show! The Science Behind The Orionid Meteor Shower
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- NPR ([email protected])
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- Fri 20 Oct 2023
- Episode Link
- https://www.npr.org/2023/10/20/1198908327/orionids-meteor-shower-peak-october-20
We're about to hit peak Orionid meteor shower! According to NASA, it's one of the most beautiful showers of the year. The Orionids are known for their brightness and speed — they streak through the sky at 66 km/s! And today, we learn all about them — where they come from, what makes a meteor a meteor and how to get the best view of them this weekend.
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