What is another word for meteor dusts?

Pronunciation: [mˈiːtɪə dˈʌsts] (IPA)

Meteor dusts, also known as cosmic dust, are tiny particles that float through space and occasionally enter Earth's atmosphere, creating streaks of light in the sky called meteors. Synonyms for meteor dusts include stardust, space dust, micrometeoroids, and interstellar dust. These particles are made up of a variety of materials, such as silicates, iron, and carbon, and can range in size from nanometers to millimeters. While most meteor dusts burn up in Earth's atmosphere, some larger particles can make it through and land on the ground, providing scientists with valuable information about the composition of our solar system.

What are the hypernyms for Meteor dusts?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.
  • Other hypernyms:

    cosmic dust, extraterrestrial matter, tiny particles.

Related words: meteors, meteorites, meteor dust

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