NASA says meteor that landed in Cape Cod considered to be made of iron - Yahoo
NASA has confirmed that a loud sonic boom heard across New England was caused by a meteor that entered the atmosphere at a steep angle. Analysis of the fragments suggests the object was composed of iron and possessed high mechanical strength.
Why it matters
The event highlights the importance of atmospheric monitoring and provides scientific data on the composition of near-Earth objects.
NASA released new data and analysis on the meteor that crashed and landed in Cape Cod Bay on Saturday.
The article is a straightforward report on a scientific event and official NASA findings.
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