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Which comet’s debris causes the Perseid meteors?
A. Swift-Tuttle ✅
B. Halley’s Comet
C. Encke
Correct Answer: A. Swift-Tuttle
The Perseid meteor shower occurs as Earth passes through debris left behind by Comet Swift-Tuttle. Tiny particles enter Earth’s atmosphere and burn up, creating the bright streaks known as meteors.
From which constellation do Perseid meteors appear?
A. Cassiopeia
B. Orion
C. Perseus ✅
Correct Answer: C. Perseus
The Perseids appear to radiate from the constellation Perseus, which gives the meteor shower its name. The meteors can actually be seen across much of the night sky.
Why is Teide Observatory ideal for skywatching?
A. Humid climate
B. High elevation ✅
C. Urban location
Correct Answer: B. High elevation
Located high on Tenerife, Teide Observatory benefits from its elevated position and clear atmospheric conditions, making it an excellent location for astronomical observations.
Quick Recap
- ✅ Perseid parent comet: Swift-Tuttle
- ✅ Perseid radiant: Perseus
- ✅ Teide Observatory advantage: High elevation
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