Have you seen the meteoric smoke-ring?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion centers around a time-lapse video of a meteoric smoke-ring, exploring its occurrence and the phenomena associated with meteors interacting with atmospheric conditions. Participants express curiosity about the nature of the event and its rarity.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Conceptual clarification

Main Points Raised

  • One participant shares a link to a time-lapse video showcasing the meteoric smoke-ring phenomenon.
  • Another participant expresses excitement and appreciation for the visual content.
  • Several participants note the rarity of capturing such an event on film, indicating it is fascinating.
  • One participant suggests that the smoke-ring may result from an interaction between the meteor and atmospheric water vapor.
  • A question is posed regarding the exact nature of the event, including whether it involved an explosion and if similar phenomena occur with most meteors.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree on the rarity and fascination of the meteoric smoke-ring, but there are differing views on the specifics of the phenomenon and its causes, leaving the discussion unresolved.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the meteor's interaction with atmospheric conditions remain unexamined, and there is no consensus on the exact mechanisms involved in the formation of the smoke-ring.

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4 seconds from start ...


vimeo.com/110535098

[ it's time-lapse : "...120 consecutive 30 second exposures ..." , so about 360x normal speed ]
 
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Very cool :-)
 
Saw this on reddit not too long ago. It's a very rare thing to see, especially on film. Really fascinating stuff.
 
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Yadama said:
Saw this on reddit not too long ago. It's a very rare thing to see, especially on film. Really fascinating stuff.
Yup, tho I suspect that its an interaction between the meteor and the cloud/water vapor
 
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woah...Cool...what happened exactly..?..did it explode..?... and does the same happen to most of the Meteors..?
 

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