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chondrite
This term is a specialized geological and astronomical designation used primarily in planetary science. It carries a clinical, technical connotation, evoking the image of primitive, unaltered cosmic debris that serves as a chemical time capsule from the birth of the solar system.
Because it refers to a specific class of stony meteorites, the word is used almost exclusively in academic, research, or museum contexts. It is distinguished from achondrites, which have undergone melting and differentiation, making the chondrite a symbol of primordial purity in astrophysics.
Meanings
Examples
The scientist analyzed the chondrite to determine the age of the solar system.
Look at these tiny spheres under the microscope; this is a classic chondrite.
A carbonaceous chondrite contains organic compounds and water.
A carbonaceous chondrite contains organic compounds and water.
I wonder if this rock is actually a chondrite or just a piece of slag.
The museum display features a rare type of enstatite chondrite.
Most stony meteorites that fall to Earth are classified as a chondrite.
The impact of a large chondrite could leave a significant crater on the moon.
The composition of the chondrite closely matches the suns photosphere.
The composition of the chondrite closely matches the suns photosphere.