meteoroids

Meteoroids are small rocky or metallic objects traveling through space. When they enter Earth's atmosphere at high speeds and glow due to friction, they are called meteors or "shooting stars." If a meteoroid survives its fiery passage and lands on Earth, it’s called a meteorite. These objects can range from tiny grains to larger chunks. They originate from comets or asteroids and provide valuable insights into the early solar system. Understanding meteoroids helps scientists study planetary formation and the dynamic environment of our cosmic neighborhood.