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Quadrantid meteor shower to light up the sky this weekend

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The Quadrantid meteor shower is best viewed in the northern hemisphere this weekend .

The event is known for its bright fireball meteors, which can appear blue.

Nasa says 60 to as many as 200 meteors can be seen per hour under perfect conditions.

Meteor showers arise as the Earth passes through dust left by celestial bodies such as comets.

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