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achondrite (n)
a stony meteor lacking chondrules
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a stony meteor lacking chondrules
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An achondrite is a type of meteorite that lacks chondrules, the small, round grains typically found in other meteorites.
Researchers classify achondrites based on their mineral composition and the absence of primitive components like chondrules.
Lunar achondrites, originating from the Moon, provide valuable insights into the geology and history of our celestial neighbor.
One well-known type of achondrite is the HED group, which includes meteorites from the asteroid Vesta, believed to be the parent body.
