Comets and Meteors - Design Your Own Experiment
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Meteors and comets are amazing sights that can provide useful information about the universe. As both celestial bodies are visible to the naked eye, although comet sightings are quite rare, it may be possible to gather data on these objects through observation. Find an amateur astronomer who has observation equipment, and discuss a possible project with him or her. You may also want to investigate whether any science centers in your area have meteorite fragments that you can study.
Check the For More Information section for predicted comet and meteor sightings, along with information gathered from previous sightings. Talk with your science teacher, along with any professional or amateur astronomers, to learn more about comets and meteors. If you do choose to observe meteors or comets during the daylight, remember to never look directly at...
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