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Twinkle, Twinkle, Shooting Star

Short Wave

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This chapter explores the fascinating science behind shooting stars, clarifying that these celestial phenomena are actually meteors. Featuring insights from a NASA expert, it discusses the origins of meteors and differentiates them from asteroids and comets, while also reflecting on childhood wonder about the universe.

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