meteorites (Q159219)
From geokb
Masses of rock or metal from space that reach the earth's surface without burning up. Use for 'meteors' or 'meteoroids' as well as 'meteorites'. USGS is more likely to have information about 'meteorites' since these are objects found on the earth.
- chondrites
- bolides
- meteors
| Language | Label | Description | Also known as |
|---|---|---|---|
| English | meteorites |
Masses of rock or metal from space that reach the earth's surface without burning up. Use for 'meteors' or 'meteoroids' as well as 'meteorites'. USGS is more likely to have information about 'meteorites' since these are objects found on the earth. |
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