Zeta Perseids
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The Zeta Perseids (ζ–Perseids) are a daylight meteor shower that takes place from about May 20 to July 5.[1] On the peak date of June 13, the radiant is only 16 degrees from the Sun.[3] The shower was discovered at Jodrell Bank Observatory in 1947 using radio equipment.[1] The Zeta Perseids and Beta Taurids are both probably associated with the Taurid Complex of meteor showers.[2] The Arietids and Zeta Perseids maxima tend to blend into one another.[2]
Quick Facts Discovery date, Parent body ...
Zeta Perseids | |
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Discovery date | 1947[1] |
Parent body | 2P/Encke (Taurid Complex) |
Radiant | |
Constellation | Perseus |
Right ascension | 04h 12m [1] |
Declination | +26° |
Properties | |
Occurs during | May 20 – July 5[1] |
Date of peak | June 9[2]–13[1] |
Velocity | 29[3][4] km/s |
Zenithal hourly rate | 40 (radar)[1] |
See also: List of meteor showers |
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