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20. a meteoroid changes names, depending on its location. match each te…

Question

  1. a meteoroid changes names, depending on its location. match each term to its correct location.

a. meteorite
b. meteor
c. meteoroid
debris located outside earths atmosphere
debris that has struck earths surface
debris located within earths atmosphere (\shooting star\)

Explanation:

Brief Explanations

A meteoroid is debris located outside Earth's atmosphere. A meteor is debris located within Earth's atmosphere ("shooting star"). A meteorite is debris that has struck Earth's surface.

Answer:

a. Meteorite - Debris that has struck Earth's surface
b. Meteor - Debris located within Earth's atmosphere ("shooting star")
c. Meteoroid - Debris located outside Earth's atmosphere