Mysterious Chondrites

Carbonaceous chondrites are very sought after by scientists. Because they are the most primitive meteorites, they teach us about the formation of the solar system. They contain organic compounds, including amino acids-the basis of life. Falls of this type of meteorite might have caused the appearance of life on Earth! What's more, carbonaceous chondrites are different from other meteorites because they conceal microscopic diamonds.

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Cut of the Allende carbonaceous chondrite. The irregular white inclusions are the oldest known fragments of rock in the entire solar system!


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