Definition

A type of meteorite that contains both metal and stone, typically made of iron and silicate minerals.

Example

The siderolite fell to Earth, providing valuable information about the solar system's formation.

Conversation

Did you hear about the rare siderolite they found at the museum?

Yeah, I saw a post about it online!

I think it's fascinating how meteorites can be both stone and metal.

Totally! A siderolite is such a unique blend.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Siderolite** → It is formed from "sidero-" (from Greek "sideros", meaning iron) and "-lite" (from Greek "lithos", meaning stone). The word "siderolite" refers to a type of meteorite that contains a significant amount of iron, thus combining the meanings of iron and stone.

Memory Tip

Think of 'iron' ('sidero-') combined with 'stone' ('-lite') to remember that 'siderolite' is a type of stone that contains iron.

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