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This extraordinary specimen boasts a great heat shield shape, fantastic fusion crust, and cool cracks that signify its incredible journey through space.
 
Shows signs as an Ordinary Chondrite, this meteorite is a testament to the mysteries of our universe. With our commitment to exploring the universe, this meteorite adds real value to any collection or study. Join us in our mission to unlock the secrets of the cosmos, one meteorite at a time.
 
One of a kind at 110 grams
 
Ordinary chondrites are stony meteorites that are the most common type of meteorite found on Earth. They are made up of silicate minerals like olivine and pyroxene, and contain iron-nickel metal.
 
Characteristics
 
Composition
Ordinary chondrites are rich in silicates and contain iron-nickel metal. They have a primitive chemistry and have never melted.
 
Classification
Ordinary chondrites are classified into three main groups based on their bulk composition: LL, L, and H.
 
Formation
Ordinary chondrites formed in the solar nebula before or during planet formation. They are made up of dust and small grains that accreted to form asteroids.
 
Identification
You can identify an ordinary chondrite by sawing it in two and looking for metal grains
 
Other facts
Ordinary chondrites are also known as aerolite or aerolith.
 
They are attracted to magnets because they contain iron-nickel metal.
 
They are named for the nearly spherical particles they contain, called chondrules.