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Parent body identification is a research area in planetary science that focuses on determining the origins of meteorites and other celestial bodies. Scientists study the chemical composition, isotopic ratios, and mineralogy of meteorites to trace them back to their parent bodies, such as asteroids or comets. This research helps us better understand the formation and evolution of the solar system and provides insights into the geological processes that have shaped these celestial bodies. Parent body identification can also provide important information for future space missions and planetary exploration efforts.