Current Date 15 Jan, 2025

Ancient 100kg meteorite reveals solar system's early formation secrets.

A 100kg meteorite, older than Earth, fell in Australia in 1969. Containing pre-solar grains dating back 4.6 billion years, it offers insights into the solar system's origins. The Murchison meteorite's composition, including organic compounds like amino acids, suggests potential contributions to life on Earth. Its study provides valuable data on stellar evolution and element formation, making it a significant scientific discovery.