[Qcwa] PERSEID METEOR SHOWER-"KH6BZF REPORTS'

[qcwa@mailman.qth.net]

       From midnight to dawn, next Monday and Tuesday about 60-70 meteors per 
hour will enter Earth's atmosphere. Viewing should be Good-to-Excellent due 
to the Moon transiting from a New Moon on the 8th August to the first quarter 
on the 15th August, of course weather permitting.
       This shower is created by the Earth passing through the debris field 
left from the Swift-Tuttle comet. These grain-like particles enter Earth's 
atmosphere, then burn up and create what most people call shooting stars!
       The Perseid Meteor shower is NOT expected to be as spectacular as the 
Leonid Meteor shower that occurs each November. But, if viewing is good, 
people will not be disappointed. For more info on meteor propagation, VHFers 
consult your ARRL handbook. More Information can be sought at URLs 
WWW.SKYANDTELESCOPE.COM or WWW.BISHOPMUSEUM.ORG
       Respectfully Submitted.
       Lee, KH6BZF 

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