chondrule
English
Etymology
A diminutive from Ancient Greek χόνδρος (khóndros, “grain”), in imitation of granule.
Pronunciation
- IPA(key): /ˈkɒndɹuːl/
Noun
chondrule (plural chondrules)
- A small, round granule, formed from molten rock, found in chondritic meteorites.
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