Have you ever stumbled upon a strange rock and wondered if it could be a meteorite, a piece of space debris that has fallen to Earth! But ho...
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Discount: 50% off, Apply Promo code: WELCOMEBACK Lunar Meteorite - 27g (Feldspathic Melt breccia, A-S3) Size: 31mm x 28.1 mm x 20.2mm Weight: 27.1 grams Certified: Includes a Meteorite Identification Card Classification: Lunar (feldspathic melt breccia A-S3, low weathering Lunar Meteorite was found in the deserts of Northwest Africa in January 2021. Multiple complete individuals ranging in size from 1 - 800g were found in the Western Sahara. It is classified as a lunar (feldspathic melt breccia A-S3, low weathering) meteorite. These Lunites (lunar meteorites) are included under the Achondrite classification which are a very rare type of Chondrite meteorite. These Lunar meteorite is made of a complex breccia composed of rounded to irregular-shaped, mm-sized lithic and anhedral mineral clasts surrounded by a melt matrix. Lithic clasts include: anorthosite, norite, troctolite, brecciated and shock melted clasts. Mineral clasts are dominantly anorthite with minor zoned olivine. Matrix areas within the thin section show some regions with flow-textured glass and fine vesicles. Additional minerals are: <1vol% FeNi grains, chromite, ilmenite, sulfide, secondary barite and calcite. Classification: lunar (feldspathic melt breccia A-S3, low weathering). Textures and mineral compositions (Fe/Mn ratios for Olivine and pyroxene and An content of plagioclase) indicate sample is a melt breccia of lunar origin.
If you've come across a rock that looks positively out-of-this-world, there's a possibility it may be a meteorite. Although meteorites are relatively rare on Earth, they're not impossible to find in the wild. However, you'll want to make...
Meteors are tiny meteoroids that burn up as they travel through the earth's atmosphere producing tiny streaks of light. Meteorites are meteoroids that reach the surface of earth without being fully burnt. The meteoroid material is left by comets as they pass close to the Sun. More than 3,000 meteorites land on Earth every year. Most fall in the sea, but a handful are seen to fall on the land. The fragmentation of the meteorite causes a visual effect called a shooting star. Willamette Meteorite Meteorites from mars Atleast eight meteorites have fallen on theEarth from the Mars. The Nakhla meteorite fell in Egypt in 1911. Those meteorites tell us that the Mars had once running water. There are atleast three main types of meteorites: stony, iron, or stony-iron. The stony meteorites contain silicate minerals.They are subdivided into Chondrites and Achondrites meteorites Chondrite meteorite Achondrite Meteorite The Iron meteorites contain a high percentage of iron and nickel. They are created in the rupture of asteroids. Iron meteorite Stony-iron meteorite Gao Meteorite The Hoba meteorite, the largest in the world was found in Nambia in 1920. It measures 2.73x 2.43 and is 82 percent iron and 16 percent nickel. It weighs more than 60 tonnes. Hoba Meteorite The Tent, found in Greenland in 1894, originally known by its Eskimos name, as Ahnighito. This meteorite weighs about 57.3 tonnes. One can view this meteorite, it the New York Museum of Natural History. Ahnighito Large meteorites can form a crater when they strike the Earth. Vredefort, South Africa Chicxulub, Yucatan, Mexico The collisionof the meteorite compresses and excavates the ground, leaving a crater. The Popigai crater in Siberia, Russia is the fourth largest impact crater on the earth. Popigai, Russia Today about 150 impact craters can be identified including the Wolfe Crater of Australia.
Photograph via kikootwo on Reddit Back in the year 2000, a 1,003 kilogram (2,211 lbs) meteorite was discovered near Fukang, a city located in the northwestern region of Xinjiang, China. Name…
If you've come across a rock that looks positively out-of-this-world, there's a possibility it may be a meteorite. Although meteorites are relatively rare on Earth, they're not impossible to find in the wild. However, you'll want to make...
If you've come across a rock that looks positively out-of-this-world, there's a possibility it may be a meteorite. Although meteorites are relatively rare on Earth, they're not impossible to find in the wild. However, you'll want to make...
If you've come across a rock that looks positively out-of-this-world, there's a possibility it may be a meteorite. Although meteorites are relatively rare on Earth, they're not impossible to find in the wild. However, you'll want to make...
If you've come across a rock that looks positively out-of-this-world, there's a possibility it may be a meteorite. Although meteorites are relatively rare on Earth, they're not impossible to find in the wild. However, you'll want to make...
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Immerse yourself in the world of marbles with this comprehensive and extensively revised guide, featuring over 500 stunning color photographs. With a wealth of new images added to this edition, along with a completely rewritten text, this book offers an informative and visually captivating exploration of marbles in all their forms. Delve into the fascinating realm of marbles, from handmade masterpieces to meticulously crafted machine-made wonders. This timeless guide covers a wide array of marble types, including Indians, Aggies, Steelies, transitionals, M. F. Christensen & Son, Akro Agate, and more. No major category of marble is left unexplored. Within these pages, you’ll encounter an extensive collection of handmade marbles crafted from glass, earthenware, minerals, and steel. The guide also provides valuable insights into machine-made marbles, with detailed identification of their manufacturers. Furthermore, it showcases the work of contemporary artisans who skillfully revive classic styles while introducing exciting new designs that are uniquely their own. Navigate the complex world of marble pricing with confidence, as the author offers a comprehensive explanation of today’s market values. Discover the four key factors to consider when assessing the worth of a marble, and gain access to an accurate and up-to-date pricing guide. Whether you are a seasoned collector or a curious enthusiast, this reliable source book is an indispensable resource for anyone captivated by the allure of marbles. Prepare to be captivated by the vibrant imagery and in-depth knowledge that await you within these pages.
Lunar Meteorite, 450 Gram Lunar anorthosite, probably quartz, from a large strewn field recently discovered in New Hampshire, soon to be Meteorite National Park. This piece is very translucent and is very smooth, except on part of the thin edge. The last photo is a microscopic view of the glass that forms on the surface of meteorites, called fusion crust. Chemical analysis for 3 Lunar basalts and a Lunar granite on youtube slideshow, as well as 19 thin sections of fusion crust on 6 small anorthosite and one large basalt. Includes description card, dated and signed by me, the person that discovered this strewn field. Please read; ABOUT THIS STORE for more info. about my discovery. 11 really cool slideshows on youtube, search: newmoonmeteorites Insured, carefully packed shipping.
Hornfels sample approximately 1" (3cm) in size Formed at the baked contact between an intruding igneous body and the surrounding rock Perfect size for use in classroom identification labs and exercises, correlates well to Next Generation Science Standards Evidence Statements Great for students studying the effects of thermal alteration of metamorphic rocks Specimen comes in clear labeled and barcoded bag for ideal storage Hornfels forms in the narrow band between an igneous intrusion and the surrounding rock. As an intrusion propagates through the crust, the magma scorches and heats the crustal rock around it. This heat chemically alters the crust, forming a baked contact containing hornfels. This sample is good for metamorphic rock classification and identification, and is a great example of heat alteration.
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This packet contains the following: Asteroids •Asteroid Fact Sheet •Student writes about a traveling asteroid •Asteroid Quiz & Quiz Cheat Sheet Comets •Comets Fact Sheet •Student writes about a traveling comet •Comet Quiz & Quiz Cheat Sheet Meteors & Meteorites •Meteor & Meteorite Fact Sheet •Student writes about a traveling comet •Meteor & Meteorite Quiz & Cheat Sheet Diagrams •Comet Diagram (fill-in-the-blank & cheat sheet) •Asteroid Belt Diagram (fill-in-the-blank & cheat sheet) Telescope •Telescope Fact Sheet •Telescope Quiz & Cheat Sheet •Telescope mystery picture (vocabulary from fact sheet) Stars •Stars Fact Sheet •Scattered and unscatteredstar worksheet •Types of Stars fact sheet •Facts about Stars graphic organizer •Constellation Dot-to-Dot Star identification (courtesy of A Sketch Guy) •Shooting Star Mystery Picture (vocabulary from Star fact sheet) •Stars Quiz & Quiz Cheat Sheet MISC •Space KWL graphic organizer •Fact and Picture Brochure graphic organizer •Space Matching •Blank star paper
Size:3.0*2.5*1.0cm Muonionalusta Iron Meteorite Specimen M Iron Meteorite Natural Meteorite Material Specimen Westenden pattern: There are three types of meteorites, iron meteorites, stony meteorites and stony-iron meteorites. Among them, the main components of iron meteorites are iron-nickel alloy components, which exist in elemental form. The identification of most iron meteorites only needs to rely on the dimension pattern. The so-called dimensional pattern, the full name of the translation is the Westenden pattern, is the arrangement of the iron and nickel element crystals in the meteorite, criss-crossing, the dimensional pattern is theoretically formed by the crystallization of one degree of cooling every million years in the microgravity environment of space. The iron-nickel structure can only be revealed under the action of nitric acid or other pickling solutions. The top scientific laboratories of mankind have tried countless times to simulate the cooling environment to imitate the dimension pattern, but it was all in vain. So far it has been impossible to imitate! The iron-nickel crys
Engage your students in the intriguing world of geology with Rocks and Minerals Identification Lab Activity, designed to deepen their understanding of mineral properties and identification. Through hands-on experimentation, students explore a variety of mineral characteristics, including hardness according to the Mohs scale, streak, cleavage, magnetism, luster, electrical conductivity, and more. With the aid of a comprehensive key, students embark on a journey to identify 12 mystery minerals, honing their observational skills and scientific inquiry. Included in this comprehensive package are detailed teacher instructions accompanied by fully illustrated student pre-lab activities. Students delve into the Mohs Hardness scale through interactive worksheets, enhancing their understanding of mineral hardness and its practical applications. Lab sheets and a detailed student key facilitate the identification process, while a hands-on assessment ensures mastery of key concepts. In addition to its scientific value, this activity offers interdisciplinary connections with a bonus ELA activity that relates mineral testing to literature, enriching students' understanding across subject areas. With both printable PDF and digital versions available, including Google Slides™ and EASEL Activity formats, this resource offers flexibility for classroom or remote learning environments. A self-checking EASEL Exit Ticket assessment further reinforces student learning, catering to diverse learning preferences. Designed with engagement in mind, this lesson features clear instructions and student-friendly language, making complex scientific concepts accessible to learners of all levels. Reusable materials ensure that this activity can be repeated year after year, providing enduring value for educators teaching rock, gem, mineral, fossil and meteorite identification activities. Ignite excitement in your earth science curriculum with Rocks and Minerals Identification Lab Activity, a cornerstone resource for exploring the wonders of rocks and minerals in the classroom. ► What's Included? Fully illustrated teacher instructions Six-page student pre-lab activities Mohs Hardness scale plus two pages of related student worksheets and an answer key Lab sheets and detailed student key Hands-On Assessment Bonus ELA activity relating mineral testing to literature Both a printable PDF file AND two digital versions: 1) a link to the student worksheets on Google Slides™ which can be assigned in Google Classroom™ and 2) EASEL Activity which is also a digital version of all student pages EASEL Exit Ticket assessment with self-checking multiple-choice questions (audio included for students who prefer to listen) which can be digitally assigned via multiple learning management systems (LMS) including Google Classroom™ You Might Also Like... Volcanoes, Earth's Layers and Plate Tectonics Activities Rocks and Weathering Activity Volcano Pop-Up Card | Natural Disasters Activity ⚠️ BUNDLE & SAVE! ⚠️ Get ALL of Teacher Toy Shop's Earth Science Resources and SAVE with this Earth Science Bundle! ✪ Don't forget to follow Teacher Toy Shop to be the first to know about new products, sales and freebies!