When the meteors enter the earth’s atmosphere they burn due to the friction caused by the earth’s gravity and a streak of light is seen. This is referred to as

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The correct option is B shooting star
When the meteors enter the earth’s atmosphere they burn due to the friction caused by the earth’s gravity and a streak of light is seen. This is referred to as shooting star.

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