What is another word for Meteorites?
Pronunciation: [mˈiːtɪˌɔːɹa͡ɪts] (IPA) 
Meteorites, the debris that enter Earth's atmosphere, can also be referred to by various synonyms. For instance, space rocks, celestial bodies, and cosmic debris are some commonly used terms that describe meteorites. They are sometimes also called shooting stars, though this term is more commonly associated with meteors, which are the streaks of light created when the debris burns up in the atmosphere. Other synonyms for meteorites include extraterrestrial rocks, space stones, and cometary fragments. Each term highlights a different aspect of meteorites, from their origins in the depths of space to their fiery descent through the atmosphere.
