What is a Meteor? A Meteor is a Comet or Asteroid that enters the Earth’s atmosphere As the Comet or Asteroid burns up, a streak is left behind. This is sometimes known as a “shooting star”

What is a Meteorite? A Meteorite is a Comet or Asteroid that does not completely burn up when it enters the Earth’s atmosphere. As a result the comet or asteroid lands on the Earth’s surface. This is known as a “meteorite”

The largest Meteorite found in the USA. Discovered in 1902

What is more likely going to be only a meteor? Which has the best chance of becoming a meteorite? Due to its composition, a comet is more likely to burn up in the atmosphere while an asteroid is more likely to make it to the Earth’s surface