meteorite
Meteorite
Extraterrestrial stony-iron meteorite
AI-generated identification · may be incorrectHardness varies around 5-8 on Mohs scale, dark brown to metallic gray exterior, sub-metallic luster, high density and weight.
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Physical properties
Hardness varies around 5-8 on Mohs scale, dark brown to metallic gray exterior, sub-metallic luster, high density and weight.
Formation & geological history
Formed in the early solar system over 4.5 billion years ago, originating from asteroids and surviving atmospheric entry to land on Earth.
Uses & applications
Valuable for scientific research, space history education, and high-end mineral and meteorite collecting.
Geological facts
Many specimens exhibit a dark fusion crust formed by extreme frictional heating during atmospheric entry.
Field identification & locations
Identify by high density, magnetic attraction due to iron-nickel content, and pitted fusion crust; found globally in deserts and ice fields.
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