During the Orionids major meteor shower this year, I photographed this meteor exploding as it entered Earth's atmosphere. You'll notice an interesting shift in color as the meteor entered the atmosphere (right to left), then the explosion near the far left. Many factors influence the colors, including the chemical makeup of the meteor as well as its speed. Generally, the green was the magnesium that was being burnt off and the yellow and orange were likely Iron and Sodium.
Orionids major meteor shower, 2025.
Photo # K08_5208c.
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