The American space agency NASA has confirmed that a meteorite weighing 450 kg and 60 cm long fell in McAllen, Texas.
“Although meteorites tend to enter Earth’s atmosphere at high speeds, they slow down as they move through the atmosphere, breaking into small pieces before reaching the ground. Meteorites cool quickly and do not constitute generally not a danger to the public.” – said NASA in a statement.
A meteorite is said to have fallen in the state of Texas, in the United States.
A meteorite is said to have fallen in the state of Texas, in the United States.
The declaration also requires that if a meteorite is found, it must be studied.
According to NASA, the meteorite seen in the sky above McAllen serves as a reminder that NASA and other organizations must conduct research to increase our understanding and protection of Earth.
“Moreover, the combination of scientific and technical expertise will advance human space exploration, improve understanding of the solar system, and promote the success of space missions by minimizing risks.” – Written declaration.
Local media reported that the meteorite had fallen and the windows of nearby houses were shaking.
In addition, the satellites of the American National Weather Service also detected the movement of this meteorite.
It is estimated that around 5 to 6 tons of meteorites fall to Earth every day. Most meteorites found weigh between a few grams and several tens of tons. Most of these meteorites fall into the sea.
Security cameras recorded the sound of a meteorite falling in Texas.
Article source: GDTĐ
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The American space agency NASA recently confirmed that a meteorite weighing 450 kg and 60 cm long had fallen in McAllen, Texas. “Even though meteorites tend to…
