Meteorites
type: Concept
narrower: Achondrites

Achondrites
type: Concept
contributor: AAS Frey.Katie
broader: Meteorites
definition: A class of stony meteorites that lack chondrules. They are made of rock that has crystallized from a molten state. Achondrites are relatively rare, accounting for about 8% of all meteorite falls.
modified: 2020-11-03T17:56:19.28Z
modified: 2020-11-03T17:56:07.066Z