20–28 Mar 2025
Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort
Africa/Johannesburg timezone

Meteors

Not scheduled
15m
Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort

Emperors Palace Hotel Casino Convention Resort

64 Jones Rd, Kempton Park, Johannesburg, 1620
Poster

Description

Meteors, often referred to as shooting stars, are transient celestial phenomena that provide valuable insights into the composition of our solar system and the dynamics of small objects as they enter Earth's atmosphere. This study aims to explore various aspects of meteor phenomena, including their formation and composition, origins, meteor showers and their significance, the physics governing their movement, and their impact on Earth.
Additionally, the paper examines the advantages of using wide-field refractor telescopes for meteor observations, emphasizing their crucial role in advancing both amateur and professional meteor research. Furthermore, it discusses the future potential of these instruments in enhancing our understanding of meteoric phenomena and their broader implications.

Stream Education Development and Outreach

Primary authors

Ms Fauziyya Muhammad Auwal (Copperbelt University, Zambia) Dr HA Lawal (Air Force Institute of Technology, Kaduna Nigeria) Prospery Christopher Simpemba

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