In July 1969, the crew of the Apollo 11 brought back nearly 48 pounds (22 kilograms) of pristine lunar rocks from the most incredible — and expensive — rock-collecting expedition in history. NASA had ...
"Allende Meteorite." Smithsonian Institution. Smithsonian National Museum of Natural History. Web. 24 June 2013. Smithsonian Institution Archives, Record Unit 9622, Clarke, Roy S., Jr. interviewee, ...
Scientists from Russia and Germany studied the molecular composition of carbonaceous chondrites – the insoluble organic matter of the Murchison and Allende meteorites This was done in an attempt to ...
A section of the Allende meteorite from Mexico. This type of meteorite is made of many smaller particles, or chondrules. They represent the oldest material in the solar system. New analysis of the ...
Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent every weekday. Terms of Service and Privacy Policy. SHORTLY AFTER 1 A.M. on February 8, 1969, a bluish-white fireball ...
Age of Our Solar System Recall Ages derived from Allende meteorite indicate formation of first planetesimals occurred 4,559 +/- 5 Myr ago! Age confirmed by: 1) Other meteorites 2) Lunar rocks 3) Earth ...