Sample Petrographic Description
Sample Number | DOM 18140 |
Newsletter | 45,2 |
Location | Dominion Range |
Field Number | 24210 |
Dimensions (cm) | 5.2 x 2.6 x 2.3 |
Weight (g) | 47.38 |
Original Classification | L5 CHONDRITE |
Mineral Composition (%Fa & %Fs) | |
Fayalite (mol%): 24 | |
Weathering | |
A/B | |
Fracturing | |
A/B | |
Macroscopic Description - Kellye Pando | |
A splotchy dark brown and black fusion crust that is pitted with minor fracturing and iridescent weathering halos covers 95% of the exterior. Exposed surface shows grey matrix that is heavily weathered with dark red/brown rust. There are some small <0.5 mm very dark grey/black inclusions visible. Fresh interior is light grey matrix with dark grey and lighter grey inclusions that are small <0.5 mm. Orange rust spots are present with more rust concentrated near exterior edges. Shiny metal throughout. | |
Thin Section Description - | |
No description published |
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