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achondrite [eɪˈkɒndraɪt] n (Astronomy & Space / Celestial Objects) a rare stony meteorite that consists mainly of silicate minerals and has the texture of igneous rock but contains no chondrules Compare chondrite achondritic [ˌeɪkɒnˈdrɪtɪk] adj
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Any of various common meteorites consisting largely of silicate minerals and classified as achondrites or anachondrites. Any of various common meteorites consisting largely of silicate minerals and classified as achondrites or anachondrites. Known as basaltic achondrites, the group accounts for only 6 percent of terrestrial meteorites. |
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