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In February, a massive meteorite disintegrated over Chelyabinsk, Russia, causing significant damage and injuries. Six small fragments of this meteorite were donated to the National Museum of Natural History in Paris. The meteorite, weighing around 10,000 tons and over 17 meters in diameter, exploded upon entering the atmosphere, scattering millions of fragments. The museum expressed interest in these fragments to uncover secrets from space, leading to their donation by Russian authorities.

Where were the fragments of the Chelyabinsk meteorite sent?

• The British Museum

• The Smithsonian Institution

• The Louvre

• The National Museum of Natural History in Paris

What was the approximate size of the Chelyabinsk meteorite?

• 10,000 tons and over 17 meters in diameter

• 5,000 tons and 10 meters in diameter

• 15,000 tons and 20 meters in diameter

• 20,000 tons and 25 meters in diameter

What caused the most damage in Chelyabinsk during the meteorite event?

• The direct impact of the meteorite

• The heat generated by the meteorite

• The radiation from the meteorite

• The shockwave from the meteorite's disintegration

Who expressed interest in obtaining fragments of the Chelyabinsk meteorite?

• The Governor of Chelyabinsk

• The Mayor of Paris

• The Director General of the National Museum of Natural History

• The President of Russia

Why did the Russian authorities decide to donate the meteorite fragments?

• To gain international recognition

• To reveal secrets from space

• To sell them for profit

• To prevent further damage