Leonid meteor shower to peak as the weekend supermoon wanes
WASHINGTON (AP) — It’s a treat to see a supermoon. But that bright glowing orb will still be almost full when the Leonid meteor shower peaks this weekend, likely obscuring all but the brightest meteors in most locations. The Leonids are known for their high-speed meteors, which can travel at up to 44 miles per second (70 kilometers per second).
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Americans Fell in Love With Science When the Breathtaking Leonid Meteor Shower Lit Up the Skies Across the NationIn the wee hours of November 13, 1833, the skies over the United States were splashed with a barrage of meteors. “There was a ...
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