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Iron Meteorite
Iron-Nickel Alloy (Kamacite and Taenite)
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness of 4-5 on the Mohs scale, dark brown to metallic silver color, metallic luster, cubic crystal system, high specific gravity (7.8-8.0), and lack of cleavage.
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Physical properties
Hardness of 4-5 on the Mohs scale, dark brown to metallic silver color, metallic luster, cubic crystal system, high specific gravity (7.8-8.0), and lack of cleavage.
Formation & geological history
Formed in the cores of differentiated asteroids during the early formation of the solar system roughly 4.5 billion years ago.
Uses & applications
Highly prized by scientific researchers and private collectors for study and display.
Geological facts
Iron meteorites often exhibit fusion crusts and regmaglypts (thumbprint-like indentations) formed by atmospheric ablation during entry.
Field identification & locations
Identified by extreme weight for size, strong magnetic attraction, and often a rusted exterior. The provided coordinates in Morocco are a well-known prolific region for meteorite finds.
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