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Re: (meteorobs) Meteor Storms




Paul wrote:
>I do not recall of hearing any adverse side effects as a result
>the last time the Leonids visited us, save for the Trifids.  I
>remember reading somewhere though that during the peak, a faint
>glow was noticed at the radiant. Apparently this was caused by
>the sheer number of particles entering the atmosphere.

That "radiant glow" sounds fascinating, Paul - and it's the first time I've heard of such an effect. Where did you read about it?

(And BTW, Paul *is* kidding about the Trifids... ;>)

Lew



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