Meteorite

Meteorites pass through the atmosphere and impact Earth, leaving traces globally. About 10% are primarily iron, a rare element in pure form on Earth.

What happens to meteorites as they travel through the Earth's atmosphere?

• They disintegrate completely.

• They pass through and fall to the ground.

• They remain suspended in the atmosphere.

• They bounce back into space.

Where can traces of meteorite impacts be found?

• Only in polar regions.

• Only in deserts.

• All over the world.

• Only in oceans.

What is notable about the scale of some meteorite impacts?

• They are sometimes colossal.

• They are always small.

• They are never visible.

• They are always underwater.

What percentage of meteorites are primarily composed of iron?

• 20%

• 5%

• 10%

• 50%

Why is the presence of iron in meteorites significant?

• Iron is not found in meteorites.

• Iron is the only element found in meteorites.

• Iron is rare in its pure form on Earth.

• Iron is common in its pure form on Earth.