sedimentary

Gossanous Sandstone (likely Terrestrial)

Arenite with Iron-Oxide inclusions

AI-generated identification · may be incorrect

Hardness: 6-7 (Mohs); Color: Tan to yellowish-brown with dark inclusions; Luster: Dull/Earthy; Structure: Granular/Clastic; Cleavage: None; Specific Gravity: ~2.6-2.8

Hardness: 6-7 (Mohs)
Color: Tan to yellowish-brown with dark inclusions
Luster: Dull/Earthy

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Physical properties

Hardness: 6-7 (Mohs); Color: Tan to yellowish-brown with dark inclusions; Luster: Dull/Earthy; Structure: Granular/Clastic; Cleavage: None; Specific Gravity: ~2.6-2.8

Formation & geological history

Formed through the lithification of sand-sized minerals and rock grains, likely enriched with iron or manganese oxides during weathering and secondary mineralization (gossanization). Found in sedimentary basins.

Uses & applications

Primarily of geological interest; sometimes used as construction aggregate or as an indicator of underlying mineral deposits (sulfide ores).

Geological facts

While the user suggests this is a meteorite ('شهاب سنه'), the visual evidence lacks a fusion crust, regmaglypts, or metallic luster typical of meteorites; it instead shows a sedimentary grain structure and localized mineral nodules common to terrestrial weathered rocks.

Field identification & locations

Identify by granular sandpaper-like texture and lack of magnetic attraction. Common in the sedimentary Zagros fold-and-thrust belt of Iran. Collectors should check for high density or magnetic response to rule out meteoritic origin.