Multiple choice

Manohar saw a bright streak with no specific structure, in the sky, which lasted for a very short time. What could that be?

  1. A comet

  2. An asteroid

  3. A meteor

  4. A star

  5. A planet

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is correct. A meteor is usually a small object that occasionally enters the earth’s atmosphere. The friction due to the atmosphere heats it up. It glows and evaporates quickly. That is why the bright streak lasts for a very short time.