Achondritic

/ˌeɪkɒnˈdrɪtɪk/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or characteristic of an achondrite meteorite, lacking chondrules.

Etymology

From achondrite + '-ic' (relating to), adjective form used in mineralogy and planetary science.

Kelly Says

When scientists classify meteorites as achondritic, they're actually reading the story of the solar system's birth—these rocks reveal that some asteroids got hot enough to differentiate, like miniature planets!

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