Meteorite that Fell in a House in the U.S. Reveals Data on Extraterrestrial Components
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
A meteorite that crashed through the roof of a home in New Jersey on July 16, 2024, has been identified as one of the most scientifically valuable objects ever recovered. Researchers from the SETI Institute found that the Hillsborough meteorite contains a variety of compounds, including carbon and amino acids, which are essential for understanding the building blocks of life that may have reached early Earth. The meteorite, classified as a carbonaceous chondrite, showed significant alteration by water, making it unique. The homeowner preserved the fragments, allowing for detailed study, with some pieces to be housed at the American Museum of Natural History.
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