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24,1 |
Location |
Miller Range |
Field Number |
11295 |
Dimensions (cm) |
10 x 6.5 x 2.0 |
Weight (g) |
291.70 |
Original Classification |
L3.6 Chondrite |
Fayalite (mol%): 14-37;Ferrosilite (mol%): 10-22 |
C |
B |
The exterior of this flat, ordinary chondrite's surface is smooth and has a brown/black fusion crust with little dings and pits. This meteorite is very hard and dense. The interior is rusty and has a high concentration of metal. |
The section exhibits numerous well-defined chondrules (up to 2 mm) in a matrix of fine-grained silicates, metal and troilite. Moderate shock effects are present and weathering is extensive. Silicates are unequilibrated; olivines range from Fa14-37, with a weak peak at Fa21-25. Orthopyroxene range from Fs10-22. The meteorite is an L3 chondrite (estimated subtype 3.6). |