A shooting star, also known as a meteor or a meteoroid, is a small celestial object that enters Earth's atmosphere and burns up due to the friction caused by its high speed. When a shooting star is observed from Earth, it appears as a quick streak or flash of light moving across the sky. However, shooting stars do not travel in a straight line; they often appear to have a curved or arched trajectory due to various factors such as the angle of entry and atmospheric conditions. Shooting stars can vary in brightness, color, and duration, but they typically only last for a few seconds before completely burning up.
