Chondrite Meteorite Macro Photo (IMAGE)

University of Tokyo

Chondrite Meteorite Macro Photo

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The white inclusions on this chondrite meteorite are called CAIs. Rich in calcium and aluminum they are among the oldest solid matter in the solar system.

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© 2019 Rohan Mehra - Division for Strategic Public Relations

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