siderolite (Meaning)
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siderolite (n.)
A kind of meteorite. See under Meteorite.
Synonyms & Antonyms of siderolite
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siderolite Sentence Examples
- The Hoba meteorite, discovered in Namibia in 1920, is the largest known siderolite on Earth.
- Siderolites are a type of meteorite that contain both metallic iron and silicate minerals.
- The Cape York meteorite, found in Greenland in 1951, is a classic example of a siderolite.
- Siderolites are believed to originate from the rocky-metallic mantles of differentiated asteroids.
- The metallic content of siderolites can range from 25% to 95%, giving them a distinctive appearance.
- Siderolites are prized by collectors for their rarity and scientific value.
- The Canyon Diablo meteorite, responsible for the formation of Meteor Crater in Arizona, is a siderolite of complex composition.
- The Tunguska event of 1908 was caused by the explosion of a large siderolite in the atmosphere.
- Siderolites have played a significant role in our understanding of the early solar system.
- Scientists study siderolites to gain insights into the formation and evolution of asteroids and planets.
FAQs About the word siderolite
A kind of meteorite. See under Meteorite.
No synonyms found.
No antonyms found.
The Hoba meteorite, discovered in Namibia in 1920, is the largest known siderolite on Earth.
Siderolites are a type of meteorite that contain both metallic iron and silicate minerals.
The Cape York meteorite, found in Greenland in 1951, is a classic example of a siderolite.
Siderolites are believed to originate from the rocky-metallic mantles of differentiated asteroids.
