tektite

[US]/ˈtɛktaɪt/
[UK]/ˈtɛktaɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a glassy substance formed by the impact of a meteorite; natural glass formed by meteorite impacts
Word Forms
Pluraltektites

Phrases & Collocations

tektite origin

tektite formation

tektite impact

tektite research

tektite sample

tektite properties

tektite evidence

tektite discovery

tektite collection

tektite analysis

Example Sentences

tektites are formed from the impact of meteoroids.

scientists study tektites to understand earth's history.

many tektites are found in tropical regions.

tektites can vary in color and shape.

some collectors seek rare tektite specimens.

tektites are often used in jewelry making.

the origins of tektites are still a topic of research.

tektites can be found in various sizes.

some people believe tektites have healing properties.

tektites provide insight into past cosmic events.

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