what is a falling star
Falling star or shooting star is the common name for the visible path of a meteoroid as it enters the atmosphere to become a meteor.If a falling star survives impact with the Earth's surface, then it is called a meteorite.It may also refer to:1  The Falling Star (Der Fallende Stern) a 1950 German drama film directed by Harald Braun.  2  Falling Star (The Outer Limits) , an episode of the television series The Outer Limits.f a falling star survives impact with the Earth's surface, then it is called a meteorite. It may also refer to: 1  The Falling Star (Der Fallende Stern) a 1950 German drama film directed by Harald Braun.  2  Falling Star (The Outer Limits) , an episode of the television series The Outer Limits.