Meteorites and meteorwrongs
How can you tell a real meteorite from ordinary rocks?
Published:
September 22, 2008
| Have you ever found a really weird rock and wondered if it had fallen from space? In some cases, special laboratory tests may be required to make a definite meteorite identification. Here's how to make the first cut. |
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