meteorite
Pronunciation
Noun
A2 Elementary
Quick answer
A piece of rock or metal from space that has landed on the surface of a planet, especially Earth.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "Scientists studied the _____ for clues about the early solar system."
Answer: meteorite
In your own words, what does "meteorite" mean?
A piece of rock or metal from space that has landed on the surface of a planet, especially Earth.
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