What is another word for pallasite?
Pronunciation: [pˈalɐsˌa͡ɪt] (IPA) 
Pallasite is a rare type of stony-iron meteorite that is composed of olivine crystals embedded in a matrix of iron-nickel alloy. While the word "pallasite" is specific to this type of meteorite, there are several synonyms that are often used interchangeably, including stony-iron meteorites, olivine meteorites, and mixed meteorites. These synonyms refer to any meteorite that contains a combination of both stone and iron-nickel components. Pallasite-like meteorites may also be described as achondrites, meaning they do not contain recognizable chondrules, which are small, spherical particles found in many other types of meteorites. Regardless of the terminology used, pallasites and their close relatives are fascinating objects that offer important insights into the evolution and history of the solar system.
