Perseid Meteor Shower Enchants Skywatchers
The globally anticipated Perseid meteor shower illuminated the night skies in August, captivating stargazers eager to witness the spectacle of shooting stars.
- The Perseids are one of the biggest meteor showers and occur every year in the late summer.
- In 2023, the Earth entered the Perseids debris field on July 17. The shower continued through August 24 with a peak on 12th and 13th August.
- It is called a "Perseid" meteor shower because the meteors appear to originate from the constellation of Perseus - named after a figure from Greek mythology.
- Meteor showers happen when the debris left behind ....
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