NASA Is Hosting a Livestream for Perseids: How to Watch the Meteor Shower
NASA is hosting a livestream of the Perseids meteor shower, which peaks on the night of August 12. The event will feature real-time imagery from the Marshall Space Flight Center and expert commentary on the history of the meteor shower.
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Public engagement with astronomical events through digital platforms increases scientific literacy and interest in space exploration.
It kicks off at midnight on Wednesday, so grab a snack and some caffeine.
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The Swift-Tuttle comet leaves a generous amount of material for Earth to fly through, resulting in the Perseids meteor shower. Peter Jenniskens/Ian Webster Perseids is one of the biggest meteor showers of the year and one of the most popular since it takes place in summer, and it’s been reliably active for centuries. Many people make it out to a viewing site and spend hours enjoying a live view of the meteors. But if you can’t, NASA is hosting a livestream of the Perseids meteor shower this year.
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