chondrule
English
/ˈkɒndɹuːl/
noun
Definitions
- A small, round granule, formed from molten rock, found in chondritic meteorites.
Etymology
Derived from Ancient Greek χόνδρος (cartilage, grain, groat, groats of wheat spelt).
Origin
Ancient Greek
χόνδρος
Gloss
cartilage, grain, groat, groats of wheat spelt
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Kanji
粒