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Is the scientific name for a meteor meteor?

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Answer:

no it's meteorite... :)

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How do meteors get their name?
After Meteors hit the earth they are called meteorites. Meteorites get their name based on the location of their landing.
What is the name you often call a meteor?
There are a lot of things in space- meteors,astroids,and comets. If you're thinking of meteors, maybe when a meteor falls on Earth its called a meteorite will help!!
What is a meteor's name after it hits earth?
meteorite
What are some of the names of meteors?
barringer crater
What is a meteors name after it hits earth?
The streak of light produced as matter enters to the Earth's atmosphere and burns up is called a meteor . When it strikes the Earth's surface, it is called a meteorite.