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Asteroid

Rocky objects/fragments that orbit the Sun, mostly found in the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter.

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Meteoroid

A small rocky or metallic body in outer space.

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Meteor

The bright streak of light produced when a meteoroid enters the Earth's atmosphere.

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Meteorite

A meteoroid that survives its passage through the Earth's atmosphere and lands on the surface.

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Composition of asteroids

Mainly composed of rock (silicate) and metal (iron and nickel).

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Appearance of asteroids

Varied/irregular shapes, typically rock and cratered

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Other names for asteroids

Also called minor planets or planetoids.

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Examples of asteroids

Ceres and Vesta are examples of asteroids.

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Location of the asteroid belt

The asteroid belt is located between Mars and Jupiter.