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Meteorite older than Earth smashes house roof in Georgia; scientists trace rock to asteroid belt - video

IndiaTimes Sunday, 10 August 2025 ()
A meteorite fragment that crashed through a Georgia home's roof in June has been identified as being older than Earth. Originating from the asteroid belt between Mars and Jupiter, the rock formed 4.56 billion years ago. Scientists emphasize that studying such meteorites is crucial for planetary defense, potentially helping to prevent catastrophic impacts in the future.
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