ScienceJuly 15, 2026

chondrite

/ˈkɒn.draɪt/

Definition

A type of stony meteorite that has not been modified by melting or differentiation of the parent body, representing primitive material from the early solar system.

Etymology

Derived from the Greek word 'chondros,' meaning 'grain' or 'seed,' referring to the small, round mineral grains called chondrules found within these meteorites.

In the news

In this article, researchers mention a carbonaceous chondrite-like object to describe the primitive composition of the asteroid that broke up to cause the impact shower.

SwRI-led research connects asteroid collision to impact showers 800 million years ago

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