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Most bullets are made of lead & copper, or similar metals. These metals aren't known for sparking when they hit things.
Now, if one of these bullets hit steel, or even some types of rocks, there might be splintering of the steel or stone from the impact, THAT could easily spark.
Also, there are armor piercing bullets that have a steel core for penetrating armor. These are likely to spark in low light situations--especially if they hit steel.
Some larger military bullets can contain a small amount of an explosive for maximizing damage to aircraft, vehicles or personnel. These not only spark but explode with shrapnel. I think 20mm is fairly common, there may be some .50 caliber specialty rounds that can as well (not 100% positive).
What you see in TV & Movies is not common, in a typical gunfight with pistol rounds hitting things and sparking--not too common--but it makes for good entertainment.
Oh, if bullets hit a fuse box, or other source of electricity, there can be sparks as well. Again, not too common,
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