Extra-Terrestrial Materials (XTM)

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  • H. S. Virk
     360 Sector 71, Mohali 160 071 ,IN

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Abstract

A new branch of Space Science Research focusses on studies on Tektites, Meteorites and moon rocks, the trio with codename XTM (Extra Terrestrial Materials). Theory of Extra terrestrial origin of Tektite has been weighed against the hypothesis of terrestrial origin. Distribution of Tektites on earth, their composition and age have been discussed. The importance of studies on meteorites both in the field of cosmology and origin of life in space has been pointed out. Moon rocks reveal the internal constitution of moon and its age. How those studies help solve some basic questions about the nature of magnetism and life history of solar system etc have been pointed out.

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Published

2004-12-31

How to Cite

Virk, H. S. (2004). Extra-Terrestrial Materials (XTM). Indian Science Cruiser, 18(4), 26–31. Retrieved from https://www.informaticsjournals.com/index.php/ISC/article/view/42279

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Volume 18, Issue 4, October-December 2004

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