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theconversation.comworld2 days ago
Meteorite That Struck New Jersey Home in 2024 Held Amino Acids and Organic Compounds
A meteorite recovered after striking a New Jersey residence contained soluble organic compounds and amino acids, researchers reported in a paper published Wednesday. The rare CM1/2 carbonaceous chondrite material also showed evidence of brine exposure on its parent asteroid.
New York Postworld46 days ago
Meteorite Fragments Over New England, Lands in Cape Cod Bay
A meteorite broke apart over northeast Massachusetts and southeast New Hampshire on Saturday afternoon. The fragments fell into Cape Cod Bay, producing a sonic boom and shaking reported across multiple states.
bgr.comworld46 days ago
Small Meteorite Lands in Cape Cod Bay After Fireball Seen Over New England
A meteor broke apart at 40 miles altitude on Saturday afternoon, releasing energy equal to 300 tons of TNT. NASA said the resulting meteorite landed in the middle of Cape Cod Bay.
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Artemis II Astronauts Observe Six Meteorite Impacts on Moon During Mission
Astronauts aboard NASA's Artemis II mission observed six meteorite impacts on the moon's far side while studying a solar eclipse. The impacts produced brief white or blue-white flashes visible due to the moon's darkness. NASA confirmed the observations, which align with ongoing m…