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Yes they all could destroy Earth depending how big it is, how big the impact is when it hits, and where it hits,but its possible. Hope this helps.
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When an asteroid strikes Earth it is known as a?
Meteorite.
Can an asteroid destroy the earth?
No, an asteroid cannot destroy earth, but a large enough asteroid can have devastating effects on the life on Earth
Is a meteorite really going to hit earth or an asteroid?
a meteorite is a rock that hits the earth an asteroid is a rock just floating out in space and a meteor is a rock that comes into the earth's atmosphere but burns up
WILL AN ASTEROID HITS THE EARTH?
Technically, if it hits the Earth it's not an "asteroid", it's a "meteorite". And yes, meteorites hit the Earth all the time.
How asteroids and meteorites linked?
A meteorite is an asteroid that is pulled into the Earth's atmosphere.
What happened when an asteroid hits the Earth?
depending on the size it could destroy the planet or impact in the water and not do much. It all depends on the size of said asteroid!
What is in asteroid called when it hits the earth?
An asteroid is space debris made up of rock and metal and can range drastically in size. When an asteroid makes a collision course for Earth, it is called a meteor. A meteor that manages to hit the Earth is called a meteorite.
If an asteroid collides with Earth is it therefore a meteorite?
It is called an asteroid if it has more than about 10 meters diameter. Smaller objects are called meteorites.
What forms a crater when it hits the earth?
A large meteorite can. Also an asteroid or a comet can cause a crater.
What do you call a meteoroid that hits Earth's surface?
"A meteroid that hits earth's atmosphere becomes a meteor. When it comes to rest on the earth's surface it is then known as a meteorite."Actually, the portion of a meteor that hits the surface of the earth is called a meteorite. A meteor is the steak of light we see acrss the sky, which can be part of a comet, a meteoroid, an asteroid, or any other interplanetary debris we may see from earth. However, a meteor is the larger part that can be seen, but not the actual portion that hits the earth. (Source: Astonomy Today, 6th edition by Chassion & McMillan)
Does an asteroid name change once it reaches earth?
To a meteor upon entry into atmosphere then meteorite if it hits.
What may happen if an asteroid gets too close to the earth?
If we can , we'll destroy it but if not it may destroy something on earth. If it was a huge one , it might destroy EVEN the life on the Earth !
