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Iron Meteorite
Nickel-iron alloy (Kamacite and Taenite)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 4-5 on the Mohs scale, metallic silver-gray to dark brown color, metallic luster, isometric crystal system, high specific gravity around 7.8.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 4-5 on the Mohs scale, metallic silver-gray to dark brown color, metallic luster, isometric crystal system, high specific gravity around 7.8.
Formation & geological history
Formed in the cores of differentiated asteroids during the early formation of the solar system about 4.5 billion years ago.
Uses & applications
Valued by scientific researchers for studying solar system history and highly sought after by meteorite collectors.
Geological facts
Iron meteorites represent the core material of ancient protoplanets that were shattered by impacts in the asteroid belt.
Field identification & locations
Identify by extreme heaviness for its size, magnetic attraction, and often distinctive exterior fusion crust or regmaglypts resembling thumbprints.
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