🪐 on Instagram: "Meteor Impact (Meteorite Impact) A meteor impact happens when a space rock (meteoroid) enters Earth’s atmosphere, survives the burning process, and hits the ground. The collision releases a huge amount of energy, often creating a crater. Depending on the size, speed, and composition of the meteor, the impact can cause shockwaves, fires, and even climate changes. Famous examples include the Chicxulub impact, which is believed to have contributed to the extinction of the dinosaur