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The Question
(Submitted January 13, 1997)
Hello, I am writing a novel and I would
like to get information on meteor showers that happen yearly.
The Answer
Here are the dates of the prominent meteor showers that occur
every year. I Hope it is of help to you.
| Shower | When Seen |
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| Quadrantids | Jan. 1-5 |
| Lyrids | April 16-25 |
| Eta Aquarids | April 19 - May 28 |
| Delta Aquarids | July 8 - Aug. 19 |
| Perseids | July 17 - Aug. 24 |
| Orionids | Oct. 2 - Nov. 7 | |
| Leonids | Nov. 14-21 |
| Geminids | Dec. 7 - 17 | |
Good luck with your novel.
Regards,
Laura Whitlock
for Imagine the Universe!
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