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Expedition:
Antarctic Search for Meteorites (ANSMET)  Search this
Weight:
22 g
Place:
Antarctica
Collection Date:
2012
Notes:
# NASA data for LAR 12243 Weathering: B Fracturing: A Magnetic Susceptibility: 4.99
Black fusion crust on top and sides 55%. Brown glossy fusion crust on bottom 30%. Black fusion crust is about 1mm thicker with cloudy weathering halos up to 3mm that have brown rust centers. Exposed surface is grey with red/brown rust. Interior is grey groundmass with ourange rust and shiny metals throughout. White inclusions up to 3mm are present.
Record Last Modified:
27 Aug 2024
Specimen Count:
1
USNM Number:
USNM 8010
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Data Source:
NMNH - Mineral Sciences Dept.
GUID:
http://n2t.net/ark:/65665/3818f99f1-e581-45ed-a3aa-e5b6c43e8874
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:nmnhmineralsciences_16916207