New rare ungrouped iron meteorite Mdeïné 003 (24.42g)
Key Details
Classification: Iron Meteorite (Ungrouped)
Type: Iron
Total Weight: 24.42 g
Find Location: Tiris Zemmour, Mauritania
Year Found: 2024 Feb
Reference: Meteoritical Bulletin Database (LPI)
https://www.lpi.usra.edu/meteor/metbull.php?code=86880
Description
This specimen is a rare ungrouped iron meteorite formed from the metallic core of an early differentiated asteroid. Composed predominantly of iron and nickel, it exhibits a distinctive internal structure that does not fit within established iron meteorite groups, making it scientifically significant and highly collectible.
The meteorite displays magnetic properties due to its high metal content and represents primordial material from the early solar system. Its ungrouped classification highlights its unique chemical composition and origin, setting it apart from more common iron meteorites.
This individual piece weighs 24.42 grams and is officially documented in the Meteoritical Bulletin Database, ensuring its authenticity and classification.
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