Meteor Glossary Definition (English)
Bolide Defined
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"Large, brilliant meteors that enter the EarthÂ’s atmosphere. Friction between a fast-moving meteor and EarthÂ’s air molecules generates tremendous heat, which causes the meteor to heat up, glow, and perhaps disintegrate. In some cases, the meteor literally explodes, leaving a visible cloud that dissipates slowly."
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