Alternate Definitions for Chondrites

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Term: Chondrites
Definition:

The most common type of meteorites containing chondrules. These stony meteorites make up about 86% of all meteorites. An important feature of the chondrites is that, with the exception of a few highly volatile elements, they have the same composition as the Sun.

Created 2023.04.16
Last Modified 2023.04.16
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