What is another word for meteoritics?
Pronunciation: [mˌiːtɪəɹˈɪtɪks] (IPA) 
Meteoritics is the study of meteorites and their properties. It is an interdisciplinary field that involves the study of the physical, chemical, and mineralogical properties of meteorites. Synonyms for the word meteoritics include meteorite science, meteorite studies, and meteorite research. Other synonyms include astromaterials science and cosmic materials science, which refer to the study of materials from space and their properties. Astrochemistry and astrogeology are also related fields that deal with the chemistry and geology of celestial bodies. The study of meteorites is important in understanding the evolution of the solar system and the origin of life on Earth.
