It’s a “meteoroid” in space; a “meteor” upon entering the atmosphere, often seen as a shooting or falling star; and a “meteorite” on or in the ground. If it’s bigger than 30 feet across, it’s an “asteroid".

It’s a “meteoroid” in space; a “meteor” upon entering the atmosphere, often seen as a shooting or falling star; and a “meteorite” on or in the ground. If it’s bigger than 30 feet across, it’s an “asteroid".