chondritic

/ˌkɒndɪtɪk/

Definitions

1. adjective

relating to or resembling chondrite, a type of stony meteorite composed primarily of silicate minerals

“The scientist studied the chondritic composition of the meteorite found in the desert.”

2. noun

a chondrite, especially one of the most common type of stony meteorite

“The museum displayed a fragment of a chondritic meteorite as an exhibit.”

Synonyms

  • silicate
  • stony

Antonyms

  • igneous