The object Apophis is not exactly a meteor, but an asteroid. The first studies showed that Apophis could impact the Earth in the year 2029, but further investigation by scientists have revealed that 2029 will be a time where they can predict if the near Earth asteroid will actually hit Earth in 2036. NASA has [...]
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Meteor Facts – Colors
Why are some meteors certain colors? The next meteor shower the minor α-Centaurids won’t start until January 28th so I decided to give you some meteor facts. Most meteors appear to be white when they streak across the sky. Have you ever observed a multicolored meteor and wondered why? This is because the color of [...]
Meteor Shower – A West Coast January Treat
Treat yourself to a meteor shower this Saturday morning. The Quadrantids Meteor Shower starts January 1, 2009 and will peak in the morning hours of Saturday January 3rd. What Time to View the Quadrantids Meteor Shower of 2009? Quadrantids are known for strong short outbursts during the maximum. The expected climax will be at 12:50 [...]
Meteor Facts for Fun
You can all sleep easy tonight! Not only because the Geminids Meteor Shower is coming to its end, but your home owner’s insurance policy is likely to cover a meteor falling on your house. I should add that most meteors burn up about sixty miles high in our atmosphere, so you won’t need to check, [...]
