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Expedition:
Antarctic Search for Meteorites (ANSMET)  Search this
Weight:
0.109 g
Place:
Antarctica
Collection Date:
1997
Notes:
# NASA data for QUE 97025 Weathering: Ae Fracturing: A NTL: 1.2 ± 0.3 krad
Black fusion crust covers 95% of the exterior surface. Iridescent oxidation halos, polygonal fractures and evaporite deposits are visible. The interior is a white matrix with charcoal gray chondrules and some dark irregularly shaped inclusions. Some metal grains are present and minor rust.
Record Last Modified:
21 Sep 2023
Specimen Count:
1
USNM Number:
USNM 7638
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Data Source:
NMNH - Mineral Sciences Dept.
GUID:
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/350d4cfb1-3434-42f5-a7ce-51696a3216e9
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:nmnhmineralsciences_10609860