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Meteorite
Chondrite / Iron-Nickel Meteorite
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness 5-8 on Mohs scale depending on composition. Dark brown to black fusion crust, metallic luster on cut surfaces, high density and magnetic susceptibility.
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Physical properties
Hardness 5-8 on Mohs scale depending on composition. Dark brown to black fusion crust, metallic luster on cut surfaces, high density and magnetic susceptibility.
Formation & geological history
Formed in the early solar system approximately 4.5 billion years ago, originating from asteroid belt collisions and surviving atmospheric entry.
Uses & applications
Valuable for scientific research into planetary formation and highly sought after by meteorite collectors and museums.
Geological facts
Most meteorites found on Earth are chondrites containing millimeter-sized spheres called chondrules that predate the planets.
Field identification & locations
Identify by testing for magnetic attraction, high relative weight, and the presence of a dark, smooth fusion crust.
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