Meteoroid

usgb/ˈmiː. tə. rɔɪd/
noun

A meteoroid is a small rocky or metallic body in outer space, smaller than an asteroid.

The meteoroid burned brightly as it entered the Earth's atmosphere.
Visual representation of "meteoroid" - A meteoroid is a small rocky or metallic body in outer space, smaller than an asteroid.

Often appears as...

  • falling meteoroids
  • meteoroid belt

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space rock, celestial body, small body

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Scientific Context

In scientific discussions, meteoroids are often categorized by size and composition.

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Meteoroids can range from tiny dust particles to larger chunks.
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Educational Use

In education, meteoroids are often explained as part of the solar system's composition.

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Understanding meteoroids helps students grasp the nature of space objects.
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General Interest

Meteor showers, which are displays of meteoroids, are popular topics in astronomy.

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People often observe meteor showers in specific months.
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