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Carbonaceous chondrites are a type of stony meteorite that contain organic compounds, amino acids, and water-rich minerals. They are some of the oldest known objects in our solar system, dating back over 4.6 billion years. These meteorites are thought to have originated from the asteroid belt and provide valuable insight into the early stages of planetary formation. Researchers study carbonaceous chondrites to better understand the origins of life on Earth and the diversity of materials present in our solar system.