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meteorite

[mee-tee-uh-rahyt] / ˈmi ti əˌraɪt /


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In addition, the elevated platinum levels persisted for about 14 years, indicating a sustained process rather than a sudden event like a meteorite or comet impact.

From Science Daily • Mar. 20, 2026

The huge specimen weighing more than 2.5 tonnes is believed to have come from the Aletai meteorite, one of the largest known iron meteorites on Earth, it said.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

The Aletai meteorite was discovered in western China in 1898 and is thought to be at least 4.5 billion years old.

From Barron's • Feb. 5, 2026

These underground structures can naturally shield astronauts from harmful radiation and frequent meteorite impacts.

From Science Daily • Feb. 2, 2026

His meteorite bag hangs heavy on his side.

From "I'll Give You the Sun" by Jandy Nelson