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Meteors that hit Earth can vary in size, but typically need to be at least 25 meters in diameter to survive the journey through the atmosphere and make an impact on the surface.

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What kind of feature might be formed on Earth if a large meteorite reached its surface?

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What limits the speed of an object in outer space?

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