The Mystery Behind Falling Stars and the Tradition of Making Wishes
In the vast expanse of the night sky, there's a phenomenon that has captivated human imagination for centuries—the sight of a falling star streaking across the darkness. For millennia, people from cultures around the world have observed these celestial events with wonder and awe, often associating them with auspicious omens or mystical powers. But what lies behind the mystery of falling stars, and why do we feel compelled to make wishes upon them? Let's delve into the enchanting realm of celestial phenomena and the timeless tradition of wish-making. The Science of Falling Stars: Contrary to popular belief, falling stars, also known as shooting stars or meteors, aren't stars at all. Instead, they are tiny particles of dust and debris, often no larger than a grain of sand, that enter Earth's atmosphere at high speeds. As these particles hurtle through the air friction with the atmosphere causes them to heat up, creating the luminous streaks we see from the ground. Most me...
