Sample Petrographic Description
Sample Number | DOM 18109 |
Newsletter | 45,2 |
Location | Dominion Range |
Field Number | 24801 |
Dimensions (cm) | 1.7 x 2.0 x 1.9 |
Weight (g) | 9.27 |
Original Classification | H6 CHONDRITE |
Mineral Composition (%Fa & %Fs) | |
Fayalite (mol%): 18 | |
Weathering | |
C | |
Fracturing | |
A/B | |
Macroscopic Description - Curtis Calva | |
The exterior has a very dark brown fusion crust that is smooth and round with rough patches. The interior is heavily rusted dark brown and orange. There are light gray inclusions and metal. | |
Thin Section Description - | |
No description published |
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