The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks this weekend
This photo provided by NASA shows an Eta Aquarid meteor streaking over northern Georgia on April 29, 2012. . Astronomers say it should be visible in both hemispheres. The Eta Aquarid meteor shower, remnants of Halley's comet, peaks this weekend. And with just a waning crescent moon in the sky, it should be visible.
Most meteor showers originate from the debris of comets. The source of the Eta Aquarids is Halley's comet. The glowing pockets of air around fast-moving space rocks, ranging from the size of a dust particle to a boulder, may be visible in the night sky.It’s easier to see shooting stars under dark skies, away from city lights. Meteor showers also appear brightest on cloudless nights when the moon wanes smallest.
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