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18.8 grams.   EL-melt rock

TKW 3 tons. Fall not observed. Found 2006, Al Haggounia, Morocco.


 


Phil writes:
Inspired by Luca's contribution back on the 9th, I was reminded of this small piece which retains more metal than the vast majority of this material.
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John Divelbiss
 11/16/2022 3:41:22 PM		 I've heard that too...but after seeing all the different looks, I personally think the blue material (no metal or chondrules usually) might be a fresher version of what is called "highly reduced" areas within this EL melt rock. A separation of metals, etc. from base material to create fine-grained enstatite-rich areas.
Phil Morgan
 11/16/2022 2:01:27 PM		 Thanks, John. I've heard that the blue material is considered the least weathered but have never seen metal in any specimens. Anyone have any examples?
John Divelbiss
 11/16/2022 11:26:25 AM		 Nice Phil. This material has a range of looks...this one is closer to the less weathered (surface) pieces I've seen and worked with.
 

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