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About MeteoriteDB

MeteoriteDB is a comprehensive database of meteorite landings from around the world. Our mission is to make meteorite data accessible, searchable, and easy to explore for researchers, enthusiasts, and curious minds alike.

Our Mission
Making meteorite data accessible to everyone

MeteoriteDB provides free access to a comprehensive collection of meteorite landing data, including information about classification, mass, location, and discovery dates. We believe that scientific data should be freely available and easy to explore.

Whether you're a researcher studying meteorite composition, a student learning about space science, or simply curious about meteorites that have fallen near you, MeteoriteDB is designed to help you discover and explore this fascinating data.

Features
What you can do with MeteoriteDB

Browse Meteorites

Explore our comprehensive database with thousands of meteorite records, complete with detailed information about each landing.

Search by Location

Find meteorites near your location or search by coordinates, country, or city to discover space rocks in your area.

Analytics & Statistics

View comprehensive statistics, charts, and visualizations of meteorite data including classifications, mass distributions, and timelines.

Compare Meteorites

Compare multiple meteorites side by side to analyze differences in classification, mass, location, and other characteristics.

Data Sources
Where our data comes from

MeteoriteDB aggregates data from publicly available scientific sources, primarily NASA's Meteoritical Society database. Our database includes:

  • Meteorite names and classifications
  • Mass measurements (in grams)
  • Geographic coordinates of landing sites
  • Discovery dates and years
  • Fall vs. Found classifications
  • Geolocation data

We strive to keep our database up to date with the latest available information from scientific sources. Data is updated regularly to ensure accuracy and completeness.

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