Which of the following are normally associated with asteroids or their impact on Earth?
A) iridium
B) tektites
C) shocked quartz
D) craters
E) all of these

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All of these are associated with asteroids or their impact on Earth. Iridium is often found in high concentrations in rocks associated with the impact of an asteroid. Tektites are small glassy objects that form from the intense heat and pressure of an asteroid impact. Shocked quartz is a type of quartz crystal that has been deformed by the intense pressure of an asteroid impact. Craters are the result of asteroids impacting the surface of the Earth or other planets.

Which of the Following Are Normally Associated with Asteroids or Their