Which of the following describes a meteor?
A) Large diameter (10m-1000km) object originating from belt between Jupiter and Mars
B) Moderate diameter (

Question

Which of the following describes a meteor?
A) Large diameter (10m-1000km) object originating from belt between Jupiter and Mars
B) Moderate diameter (<10m) object originating from collisions of asteroids
C) Small diameter (<10 cm) object destroyed in Earth's atmosphere
D) Variable-sized object that intersects the Earth's surface
E) Icy object that appears to have a tail as it burns, originates from outside our solar system

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A meteor is a small object (<10 cm) that enters Earth's atmosphere and is destroyed upon entry, often creating a streak of light in the night sky. This is also commonly referred to as a shooting star.

Which of the Following Describes a Meteor