Meteorites: Discovery and Locations

Meteorites are difficult to find because most land in oceans. Those that land on land are often found in deserts, with Antarctica being the largest desert. Of the 67,000 meteorites discovered, 42,000 are from Antarctica. Expeditions continue to find more, but these are just a fraction of what's hidden in the ice.

Why are most meteorites that reach Earth not found?

• They land in the ocean.

• They are buried under soil.

• They burn up in the atmosphere.

• They are too small to be detected.

Where are most meteorites discovered on Earth?

• In mountains

• In deserts

• In forests

• In urban areas

What is the largest desert in the world where many meteorites are found?

• Arabian

• Antarctica

• Gobi

• Sahara

Approximately how many meteorites have been found in Antarctica?

• 10,000

• 42,000

• 100,000

• 67,000

What percentage of Antarctic meteorites have been discovered according to scientists?

• 50%

• 13%

• 25%

• 75%