Figure 36.2 Stony meteorite.
Most meteorites that strike Earth are stony. Stony meteorites look much like ordinary rocks, except some (like this one) are covered with a dark crust. This particular meteorite fell in Texas. (Ronald A. Oriti)
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Figure 36.2 Stony meteorite.
Most meteorites that strike Earth are stony. Stony meteorites look much like ordinary rocks, except some (like this one) are covered with a dark crust. This particular meteorite fell in Texas. (Ronald A. Oriti)