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n. - A rock of meteoric origin

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  • About 60 different minerals that form the most primitive minerals in what are called chondrite meteorites.
  • Even though the West meteorite, as it is being called, is a chondrite, which is the most common type of stony meteorite, Stimpson said he is thrilled to have it because...
  • The asteroid appears to be a massive carbonaceous chondrite.
  • "It's a chondrite," she announced, turning to look over at him.
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