• LostXOR@fedia.io
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      6 months ago

      They’re not necessarily accidental (for example, taking long exposures during a meteor shower), but yes the vast majority of meteor pictures are by chance. A few meteors have been detected just before entry and photographed but that number is in the single digits.

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        6 months ago

        Also it’s mentioned for emphasis. It may seem obvious but it’s worth pointing out.

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      I don’t understand why they call it an “accident”. The camera was set up and taking timed pictures. I just don’t think “accident” is accurate