Sample Petrographic Description
Sample Number | DOM 18219 |
Newsletter | 45,2 |
Location | Dominion Range |
Field Number | 25193 |
Dimensions (cm) | 2.5 x 2 x 1.6 |
Weight (g) | 10.31 |
Original Classification | H6 CHONDRITE |
Mineral Composition (%Fa & %Fs) | |
Fayalite (mol%): 20 | |
Weathering | |
B/C | |
Fracturing | |
A/B | |
Macroscopic Description - Curtis Calva | |
The fusion crust is smooth and dark brown with orange rust. The sample is round with iridescent weathering spots. The interior has a rusted orange brown matrix with metal. | |
Thin Section Description - | |
No description published |