Achondritic

Pronunciation: /eɪˈkɒndrɪtɪk/

Definitions of achondritic

adjective describing a type of meteorite that lacks chondrules, which are small, round grains found in some meteorites

Example Sentences

A1 The achondritic rock was smooth and shiny.

A2 Scientists study achondritic meteorites to learn more about the formation of our solar system.

B1 The achondritic samples collected from the moon provided valuable information about its geological history.

B2 The achondritic composition of the asteroid indicated that it had undergone significant geological processes.

C1 The achondritic nature of the Martian meteorite suggested that it originated from the planet's crust.

C2 The achondritic texture of the sample indicated that it had undergone differentiation processes.

Examples of achondritic in a Sentence

formal The achondritic meteorite was found to have a unique mineral composition.

informal I heard that achondritic rocks are pretty rare and valuable.

slang That achondritic rock is out of this world!

figurative Her achondritic personality made her stand out from the crowd.

Grammatical Forms of achondritic

• past tense: achondritic
• plural: achondritics
• comparative: more achondritic
• superlative: most achondritic
• present tense: achondritic
• future tense: will be achondritic
• perfect tense: have been achondritic
• continuous tense: is being achondritic
• singular: achondritic
• positive degree: achondritic
• infinitive: to be achondritic
• gerund: achondritic
• participle: achondritic

Origin and Evolution of achondritic

First Known Use: 1951 year

Language of Origin: Greek

Story behind the word: The word 'achondritic' is derived from the Greek words 'a-' meaning without, and 'chondros' meaning grain or granule, referring to the lack of small grains or granules in the rock structure.

Evolution of the word: Originally used in the field of meteoritics to describe a type of meteorite lacking chondrules, the term 'achondritic' has since been expanded to describe any rock or mineral lacking chondrules, and is commonly used in the field of geology and planetary science.