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UPSC 1995: A meteor is
(a)a rapidly moving star
(b)a piece of matter which has entered the earth’s atmosphere from outer space
(c)part of a constellation
(d)a comet without a tail
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (b) a piece of matter which has entered the earth’s atmosphere from outer space
A meteor is the flash of light produced when a solid fragment (meteoroid) from outer space enters the Earth’s atmosphere and burns due to friction; it is not a star, constellation part, or comet. ([licchavilyceum.com](https://licchavilyceum.com/upsc-civil-services-prelims-1995-solved-question-paper/))
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The correct answer is option (b): a piece of matter which has entered the earth’s atmosphere from outer space. Watch the detailed video explanation in our Sherlocking Prelims course on UnlockIAS.
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 1995, GS Paper 1, as Question 1. It falls under Science & Technology > Space Technology & Astronomy.
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This question is rated "easy". It tests basic recall and most well-prepared aspirants should answer it correctly.
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