Sample Petrographic Description
Sample Number | DOM 18661 |
Newsletter | 46,2 |
Location | Dominion Range |
Field Number | 24549 |
Dimensions (cm) | 2.6 x 1.9 x 1.5 |
Weight (g) | 9.08 |
Original Classification | H6 Chondrite |
Mineral Composition (%Fa & %Fs) | |
Fayalite (mol%): 21;Ferrosilite (mol%): 18 | |
Weathering | |
B/Ce | |
Fracturing | |
A | |
Macroscopic Description - Kellye Pando | |
There is a possible fusion crust that covers about 55% of the exterior of the rock. The entire exterior is covered with orange/brown rust and shiny weathering varnish. There are a few iridescent weathering halos present. Interior is very dark brown matrix with orange rust and metal throughout. There are a few black veins running through the sample. | |
Thin Section Description - | |
No description published. |
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