The scientists in the picture above are placing what object in an airtight bag?
A) meteor
B) meteoroid
C) meteorite
D) asteroid

Question

The scientists in the picture above are placing what object in an airtight bag?
A) meteor 
B) meteoroid 
C) meteorite 
D) asteroid

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The scientists are likely placing a meteorite in an airtight bag for analysis. A meteorite is a meteoroid that survives entry into the Earth's atmosphere and reaches the surface. A meteor is a flash of light that occurs when a meteoroid enters the Earth's atmosphere, while an asteroid is a large, rocky body in space.

The Scientists in the Picture Above Are Placing What Object