The origins of Earth's meteorites.

  • Published In: Science News, 2024, v. 206, n. 8. P. 6 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: ANDREWS, ROBIN GEORGE 3 of 3

Abstract

The article discusses the origins of Earth's meteorites, revealing that most meteorites can be traced back to collisions within the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter. Researchers have identified specific asteroid families as the sources of these meteorites, providing valuable context for understanding the formation of the solar system. The study highlights the biased nature of Earth's meteorite collection, emphasizing the need for further exploration and space missions to uncover more diverse samples from the asteroid belt. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Science News. 2024/11, Vol. 206, Issue 8, p6
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Astronomy and Astrophysics
  • Publication Date:2024
  • ISSN:0036-8423
  • Accession Number:180572278
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