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Expedition:
Antarctic Search for Meteorites (ANSMET)  Search this
Weight:
5.748 g
Place:
Antarctica
Collection Date:
2000
Notes:
# NASA data for MET 00503 Weathering: B/C Fracturing: C
95% of the exterior is covered with brown and black fusion crust with oxidation halos. The interior is medium gray matrix that is mostly rusty except near the center. White clasts up to 1 centimeter in size are visible along with light gray chondrules. High metal content.
Record Last Modified:
21 May 2025
Specimen Count:
1
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Data Source:
NMNH - Mineral Sciences Dept.
GUID:
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/34da372b6-0840-4303-a9f2-5b5391e09f92
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:nmnhmineralsciences_10584941