Objects in Space

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What causes holes on Earth's surface?

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Meteorites cause holes on Earth's surface.

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Which is larger, the Solar System or the Milky Way galaxy?

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The Milky Way galaxy is larger than the Solar System.

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What is a meteoroid?

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A meteoroid is a small rocky or metallic object that orbits the Sun.

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Is the Sun the closest star to Earth?

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True, the Sun is the closest star to Earth.

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NGSS.5-ESS1-1

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What are meteors?

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Meteors are meteoroids that enter Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the composition of meteorites?

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Meteorites are composed of rock, metal, or a combination of both.

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How do meteorites impact Earth?

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Meteorites can impact Earth by colliding with its surface, creating craters.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-2

NGSS.MS-ESS3-2

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What is the difference between a meteoroid and a meteor?

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A meteoroid is a small object in space, while a meteor is the streak of light produced when a meteoroid enters Earth's atmosphere.

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What is the significance of the Milky Way galaxy?

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The Milky Way galaxy contains over 200 billion stars, including our Solar System.

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NGSS.MS-ESS1-2

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What happens to meteoroids when they enter the atmosphere?

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They become meteors and can produce bright streaks of light.