Tagish Charlie

Tagish Charlie is the nickname for a meteorite found in 2000 near Tagish Lake in Canada. Its significance lies in its pristine condition and age, believed to be about 4.5 billion years old, which provides insight into the early solar system. The meteorite contains organic compounds and minerals that could help scientists understand the origins of life on Earth. Researchers study specimens like Tagish Charlie to explore how materials from asteroids and comets contributed to our planet's formation and the building blocks of life. It serves as a valuable artifact in planetary science and astrobiology.