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Is an object from space that hit the earth's surface?
If the object actually makes it to the Earths surface it is called a Meteorite. It does not matter if its man made or from outer space. I know they say a satellite has crashed to earth etc but its is still a meteorite. But the definition of meteorite is an object that has come from space and actually impacted with the planet.
Which term specifically describes small chunks of rocks and debris in space that travel through the Earths atmosphere and hit its surface?
Meteoroids are small chunks of rocks and debris in space that travel through Earth's atmosphere and hit its surface.
What is the space on the surface of an object?
Area
Are meteoroid and meteorite the same thing?
No. A meteoroid is a small piece of rock or metal in space. A meteorite is such an object that has struck Earth's surface.
What is the amount of space on the surface of an object called?
The amount of space on the surface of an object is known as its surface area. In chemistry, it is a general rule that as the surface area of a substance increases, so too does the rate of chemical reaction.
What force holds the atmosphere to earths surface as it travels through space?
Gravity.
What is the name of a solid object traveling through space that strikes Earths atmosphere?
meteorite
Why do space object hit earth?
Because, either we happen to be in it's way, or the object is pulled in by Earths gravitation field.
Where is an object that is stationary relative to earths surface moving faster relative to space?
Objects that are "stationary" on Earth's surface are moving faster nearer the equator. The eastward motion of the rotating Earth is greatest at the equator (about 1037 mph or 1670 kph).
How does earths surface and the structures on the surface change as result of an earthquake?
The surface of the Earth can be changed by resulting from outer space, like from a meteor strike.
How does earths surface and the structures on the surface change as a result of an earthquake?
The surface of the Earth can be changed by resulting from outer space, like from a meteor strike.
What space matter has fallen into earths surface from outer space?
About 100 tonnes of "micrometeorites" litter Earth every day.
