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Q. The term ‘meteor’ is applied to an interplanetary body ________

A
After it enters the earth's atmosphere and lands on the surface of the earth without exploding in mid-air
B
After it enters the atmosphere of the earth
C
After it enters the earth's atmosphere and explodes in mid air as a ball of fire
D
Before it enters the earth's atmosphere

Correct Answer

After it enters the earth's atmosphere and explodes in mid air as a ball of fire

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