Meteorite’s Age Questioned After Georgia Homeowner’s Roof Hit, Insurance Debate Ensues
A meteorite, originating from a fireball seen in Georgia this past June, has been confirmed to be older than Earth. The space rock, which struck a home in McDonough, Georgia, was analyzed by a University of Georgia scientist. Microscopic examination revealed the meteorite formed 4.56 billion years ago and originated from the asteroid belt. Scientists plan to submit their findings to the Nomenclature Committee of the Meteoritical Society and propose naming the space rock the McDonough Meteorite.
John Q. Hosedrinker