Sample Petrographic Description
Sample Number | DOM 18214 |
Newsletter | 45,2 |
Location | Dominion Range |
Field Number | 25166 |
Dimensions (cm) | 1.9 x 1.8 x 1.9 |
Weight (g) | 7.70 |
Original Classification | H6 CHONDRITE |
Mineral Composition (%Fa & %Fs) | |
Fayalite (mol%): 18 | |
Weathering | |
B/C | |
Fracturing | |
B/C | |
Macroscopic Description - Curtis Calva | |
The fusion crust is smooth and rounded with iridescent weathering spots. The fusion crust is dark brown and orange with fractures. The interior has a very rusted matrix that is dark brown to orange with metal. The fusion crust is up to 1 mm thick. | |
Thin Section Description - | |
No description published |
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