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<b>1. <section begin=req1 /><noinclude></noinclude>Prerequisite: Earn the Rocks and Minerals honor. 
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<b>2. <section begin=req2 /><noinclude></noinclude>What is a meteorite? 
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<b>3. <section begin=req3 /><noinclude></noinclude>Explain the difference between a meteorite fall and a find.  
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<b>4. <section begin=req4 /><noinclude></noinclude>Explain how meteorites are named. 
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<b>5. <section begin=req5 /><noinclude></noinclude>Describe a hypervelocity crater. 
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<b>6. <section begin=req6 /><noinclude></noinclude>Identify from images, draw, or photograph the following types of Meteorites. Describe the common shape, size, composition, and method of formation of each type of meteorite. 
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:<b>a. <section begin=req6a /><noinclude></noinclude>Chondrites/achondrites 
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:<b>b. <section begin=req6b /><noinclude></noinclude>Achondrites 
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:<b>c. <section begin=req6c /><noinclude></noinclude>Iron meteorites 
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<b>7. <section begin=req7 /><noinclude></noinclude>Identify and classify three notable meteorites, including one found in your country. These may include such named meteorites as Hoba, Willamette, and Allende. What makes each of your chosen meteorites notable? 
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<b>8. <section begin=req8 /><noinclude></noinclude>Identify 7 Bible mentions of a meteorite or fiery rock falling from heaven (“stars,” “large stone,” “hailstone” and “brimstone” are common Biblical terms for meteorites). Discuss or describe why you think the Bible mentions meteorites. 
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<b>9. <section begin=req9 /><noinclude></noinclude>Do two of the following: 
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:<b>a. <section begin=req9a /><noinclude></noinclude>Visit a local museum and identify meteorites that have been gathered form different locations around the world. 
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:<b>b. <section begin=req9b /><noinclude></noinclude>Have a local rockhound/meteorite collector visit your group and present meteorites he/she has collected.
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:<b>c. <section begin=req9c /><noinclude></noinclude>Create a display of 10 photos and information about meteorites including significant information learned in this honor.
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:<b>d. <section begin=req9d /><noinclude></noinclude>Create a table game that assists others in learning about meteorites. You may model the game after popular card or board games.
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