Meteor showers are celestial events in which a larger number of meteors are observed in the Earth's atmosphere than usual. These meteors are commonly referred to as "shooting stars" or "falling stars" and are caused by small debris entering the Earth's atmosphere and burning up due to friction with the air. Meteor showers occur when the Earth passes through the path of debris left behind by a comet or asteroid, causing a higher than normal rate of meteors to be observed. These events are often predictable and occur regularly at specific times of the year. Meteor showers are a popular and exciting event for stargazers and astronomers alike, providing a chance to witness a natural phenomenon that is both beautiful and awe-inspiring.