mineral

Chondrite Meteorite

Ordinary Chondrite (S-type Asteroid fragment)

Hardness: 5-6 Mohs. Color: Dark brown to black (fusion crust) with reddish-orange oxidation. Luster: Dull, sub-metallic. Crystal structure: Chondrules (spherical grains). Specific gravity: 3.0-3.8. Highly magnetic due to iron-nickel content.

Hardness: 5-6 Mohs
Luster: Dull, sub-metallic

Identified April 9, 2026More mineral →

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Physical properties

Formation & geological history

Remaining material from the formation of the solar system approximately 4.5 billion years ago. These are fragments of asteroids that fall to Earth through the atmosphere.

Uses & applications

Scientific research, hobbyist collecting, and niche jewelry (inlays/beads).

Geological facts

Chondrites are the most common type of meteorite, accounting for about 86% of all witnessed falls. They contain the oldest solid matter in our solar system.

Field identification & locations

Identify by checking for a thin, dark fusion crust, rounded edges from atmospheric burning, and high density/magnetism. Common in desert regions or ice fields where they contrast with the ground.

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