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Expedition:
Antarctic Search for Meteorites (ANSMET)  Search this
Weight:
18.2 g
Place:
Antarctica
Collection Date:
2012
Notes:
# NASA data for LAR 12276 Weathering: C Fracturing: B/C Magnetic Susceptibility: 4.98
Dark brown fusion crust that is heavily fractured and has rust spots up to 5mm across covers 90% of exterior. Exposed surface is dark red/brown. Interior groundmass is completely covered in orange and red rust with shiny metals throughout.
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:/65665/345ffa0bc-4c46-46f9-b4dc-d9f6cfbac19f
EDAN-URL:
edanmdm:nmnhmineralsciences_16916231