Chondrite

A chondrite is a type of meteorite that fell to Earth from space and contains small, round mineral particles called chondrules that formed in the early solar system over 4.5 billion years ago. These meteorites are considered the most primitive materials available to scientists because they have remained largely unchanged since the solar system's formation, making them invaluable for understanding how planets and other celestial bodies came to be. By studying chondrites, researchers can learn about the chemical composition and conditions of the early solar system before Earth and other planets fully developed.