Perseid meteor shower and partial solar eclipse to give skywatchers a celestial show
Skywatchers in Quebec are set to witness a rare celestial event as the Perseid meteor shower coincides with a partial solar eclipse this week. Additional astronomical events, including a partial lunar eclipse, are expected to follow later in the month.
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These events provide significant public interest and educational opportunities for amateur astronomy and regional tourism.
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MONTREAL — Skywatchers in Quebec and beyond will get a unique show this week, as the Perseid meteor shower coincides with a partial solar eclipse.
The Astrolab astronomy centre at the Mont-Mégantic, Que. provincial park says the meteors will rain down from the sky between today and Friday.
On Wednesday, the meteor shower will combine with a partial solar eclipse to create a rare celestial alignment.
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