Ründustele

Ründustele, also known as the Ründustele meteorite, is a notable meteorite that fell in Estonia in 1937. It is one of the most studied meteorites in the country, providing valuable insights into the early solar system and the processes that shaped it. The meteorite is classified as an ordinary chondrite, specifically an H5 type, which means it is rich in iron and magnesium silicates.

The Ründustele meteorite was discovered after a bright fireball was observed in the sky over Estonia on February 12, 1937. The fireball was witnessed by numerous people, and it is estimated that the meteorite weighed around 100 kilograms when it entered the Earth's atmosphere. The meteorite broke up into several fragments upon impact, with the largest piece weighing about 20 kilograms.

The Ründustele meteorite is notable for its well-preserved fusion crust, which is the dark, glassy layer that forms on the exterior of a meteorite as it travels through the atmosphere. The fusion crust is a valuable source of information about the meteorite's entry trajectory and the conditions it experienced during its descent.

The Ründustele meteorite is housed in the Natural History Museum of Estonia in Tallinn, where it is on display for public viewing. It is an important scientific resource, used by researchers to study the composition and history of the early solar system. The meteorite is also a popular tourist attraction, drawing visitors from around the world who are interested in learning more about the fascinating world of meteorites.