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Definition of Micrometeorites
1. micrometeorite [n] - See also: micrometeorite
Lexicographical Neighbors of Micrometeorites
Literary usage of Micrometeorites
Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:
1. Exploring Organic Environments in the Solar System by National Research Council (U.S.) (2007)
"For example, micrometeorites are thought to be the main source of oxygen delivered to
... micrometeorites may also be a direct source of processed organics, ..."
2. Where No Man Has Gone Before: A History of Apollo Lunar Exploration Missions by William D. Compton (1996)
"The rounded, eroded surfaces found on many of the rocks suggested continuous
bombardment by micrometeorites. Glass-lined surface pits suggested the same ..."
3. Preventing the Forward Contamination of Mars by National Research Council (U.S.). Committee on Preventing the Forward Contamination of Mars, National Research Council (U.S.). Space Studies Board, National Research Council (U.S.). Division on Engineering and Physical Sciences (2006)
"The annual delivery of reduced organic compounds to the martian surface, most of
it due to interplanetary dust particles and micrometeorites. is ..."
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