micrometeoric
/ˌmaɪkroʊˌmitiˈɔrɪk/
adjective
- Relating to or resembling a micrometeorite or micrometeoroid; extremely small and often fast-moving, like a tiny particle from space.
- The micrometeoric impact left a crater only a few micrometers wide.
- The satellite's surface showed micrometeoric pitting after years in orbit.
- Scientists study micrometeoric dust to learn about the early solar system.