What are Asteroids, Comets, Meteors, Meteorites?
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What are Asteroids, Comets, Meteors, Meteorites?

  • Asteroids: Rocky remnants from early solar system, mainly in asteroid belt.
  • Comets: Icy bodies from outer solar system; develop coma/tail near sun.
  • Meteors burn in atmosphere; meteorites reach Earth, aiding solar study.
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