2. Meteors are more commonly known as shooting stars or falling stars. Where does this phenomenon occur? a. at the surface of the earth c. in outer space b. between the orbits of Mars and Jupiter d. within the earths atmosphere
Meteors are often referred to as shooting stars or falling stars because of the bright tail of light they create as they pass through the sky. Most meteors occur in Earth's mesosphere, about 50-80 kilometers (31-50 miles) above the Earth's surface.
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Meteors are often referred to as shooting stars or falling stars because of the bright tail of light they create as they pass through the sky. Most meteors occur in Earth's mesosphere, about 50-80 kilometers (31-50 miles) above the Earth's surface.