meteorite
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The crew have reported in vivid detail features of the lunar surface and later witnessed a solar eclipse as well as meteorite impacts.
From Barron's • Apr. 10, 2026
According to NASA's tally, the team -- which broke the record for the furthest distance from Earth during their flyby -- reported a total of six meteorite impacts on the lunar surface.
From Barron's • Apr. 8, 2026
Scientists have long studied amino acids in carbon rich meteorites, including the well known Murchison meteorite that fell in Australia in 1969.
From Science Daily • Feb. 12, 2026
The experiments included exposure to powerful shock waves comparable to those created by meteorite impacts on Mars, as well as perchlorate salts, which are toxic compounds known to exist in Martian soil.
From Science Daily • Feb. 8, 2026
I spot three deer munching on leaves just yards from where Brian is now rummaging through the meteorite bag with both hands.
From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson
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