Articles On Meteorites

Discover the origins, types, and unique features of carbonaceous chondrites—rare meteorites rich in organic compounds, water, and insights into the early solar system.

Explore 12 of the world's most famous meteorite impact craters, from ancient sites to well-preserved formations, each telling a story of cosmic collisions.

Explore astonishing stories of meteorites striking buildings, cars, and even people. Discover rare cosmic impacts that brought pieces of space down to Earth.

Meteorites have fascinated humanity for centuries, herewe look at some of the most famous meteorites that have left an indelible mark on science, history, and popular culture.

Widmanstätten patterns are distinctive, interlocking patterns of crystals that can be observed on the polished surfaces of iron meteorites.

Meteorites, meteors, and asteroids are related celestial objects. The main difference lies in their location and stage of existence.

Pallasite meteorites are thought to form at the boundary regions between the metal cores and silicate mantles of certain early planetary bodies or asteroids.

Put simply, tektites are a form of natural glass that was formed via high velocity and extreme heat. The easiest way to satisfy these conditions is through extraterrestrial impact.

Since its official discovery in 1932, scientists have always been fascinated by Libyan Desert Glass, an impactite that should have rather straightforward origins.