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Astronomy magazine podcast: Eta Aquarids

Senior Editor Francis Reddy prepares you for the May meteor outburst.
Published: April 24, 2008
Eta Aquarids
Tidbits from Halley's Comet burn up in Earth's atmosphere this month. The Eta Aquarid meteor shower peaks May 5.
Photo by Astronomy: Roen Kelly
April 24, 2008
The 2008 Eta Aquarids peak Monday, May 5. In this week's show, Senior Editor Francis Reddy provides a background on this meteor shower.

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