Asteroids can be classified into two broad groups based on their composition and

Question

Asteroids can be classified into two broad groups based on their
composition and location: carbon-rich asteroids dominate the outer part of
the asteroid belt, whereas metal-rich asteroids dominate the inner part of
the belt. Analysis of the fragment we have discussed in this project
reveals that it contains nearly equal amounts of metals and carbon. Can we
conclude that the original asteroid had a similar composition? Form a
hypothesis about the origin of this asteroid based on the available
information.

Explanation / Answer

Asteroids are made of rock, metals and other elements. Some even contain water, astronomers say. Asteroids that are mostly stone sometimes are more like loose piles of rubble. Asteroids that are mostly iron are more, well, rock-solid.

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