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Location |
Miller Range |
Field Number |
23383 |
Dimensions (cm) |
2.0 x 1.8 x 1.2 |
Weight (g) |
11.26 |
Original Classification |
CV3 Chondrite |
Pairing |
MIL 15254; MIL 15255; MIL 15257 |
Fayalite (mol%): 1-14;Ferrosilite (mol%): 1-5 |
B |
A |
The exterior has black/brown fusion crust with oxidation. The interior is a dark gray to black matrix with some oxidation scattered throughout; small white/weathered specks are visible. Similar to 15254. |
The sections exhibit large chondrules (up to 3 mm) and CAIs in a dark matrix. Olivines range from Fa0-52, and pyroxenes from Fs1-15. The paired meteorites are moderately weathered, unequilibrated, CV3 carbonaceous chondrites. |