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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.
What is a rock from space that hits earth called?
A rock from space that hits Earth is called a meteorite. When it enters the Earth's atmosphere, it is known as a meteor or shooting star.
If an asteroid hits the earth in 2014 will humans die?
Depends entirely on the impacting speed and the size of the asteroid. Generally an asteroid impact is not going to bode well for life on Earth
When an asteroid strikes Earth it is known as a?
Meteorite.
When an asteroid strikes the earth is known as?
crater
space rock that hits Earth's surface?
Meteor or 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.
Is a meteorite really going to hit earth or an asteroid?
There is currently no known imminent threat of a significant meteorite or asteroid impact on Earth. Efforts are being made by scientists and space agencies to monitor and study near-Earth objects to prevent any potential collisions in the future.
Asteroid's revolve around earth in an area known as the asteroid belt?
True... the asteroid belt can be found between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter.
Which word best describes an asteroid once it hits earth?
crushed
What happens when a comet or an asteroid hits earth?
You usually get a crater, with surrounding damage.
Will an asteroid hit Earth in 2022?
There are currently no known asteroids on a collision course with Earth in 2022.
