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Old July 4th 06, 02:50 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
Ken[_1_]
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I found an interesting "rock" the other day. OK, OK, I know what you're
thinking . . . another person thinks they've found a meteorite . . .

Actually what sets this "rock" apart from others, and what makes me think
this is indeed a meteorite, is the many spherical structures within the
rock. As you will see if you click on the links below, this "rock" seems to
be broken off from a larger piece. There exists many spherical structures,
which may be chondrules.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ken

http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite1.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite2.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite3.jpg


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Old July 4th 06, 03:28 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
Fred Oinka
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Default Is this a Meteorite? Help Please.

Is that a peanut embedded on the surface?
Ken wrote:
I found an interesting "rock" the other day. OK, OK, I know what you're
thinking . . . another person thinks they've found a meteorite . . .

Actually what sets this "rock" apart from others, and what makes me think
this is indeed a meteorite, is the many spherical structures within the
rock. As you will see if you click on the links below, this "rock" seems to
be broken off from a larger piece. There exists many spherical structures,
which may be chondrules.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ken

http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite1.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite2.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite3.jpg


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Old July 4th 06, 03:46 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
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No.

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Old July 4th 06, 03:57 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
Ken[_1_]
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Some explaination would be helpful.

TIA,

Ken

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No.

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Old July 4th 06, 04:35 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
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Ken:
Is this a Meteorite?


Davoud
No.


Ken:
Some explaination would be helpful.


Sorry. Took that to be a yes-or-no question. I am in no position to
examine the rock*. I suggest a geologist.

*So how do I know it's not a meteorite? I don't know how I know, I just
know. But I could be wrong. I suggest a geologist.

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Old July 7th 06, 06:33 AM posted to sci.astro.amateur
Second That!
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But you are sure even though you are sure - because half of thetime
everyone si wrong - or half of the truth is ever known or revealed - got
any secrets about
celebs?


Davoud wrote:

Ken:
Is this a Meteorite?


Davoud
No.


Ken:
Some explaination would be helpful.


Sorry. Took that to be a yes-or-no question. I am in no position to
examine the rock*. I suggest a geologist.

*So how do I know it's not a meteorite? I don't know how I know, I just
know. But I could be wrong. I suggest a geologist.

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Old July 4th 06, 03:44 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
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On Tue, 4 Jul 2006 08:50:53 -0500, "Ken" wrote:

I found an interesting "rock" the other day. OK, OK, I know what you're
thinking . . . another person thinks they've found a meteorite . . .


Your best bet is to take it to a museum or university and let their
labs do the work. Many rocks that look like meteorites are not, many
that look like just another stone are.
Good luck,
Kapella
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Old July 4th 06, 05:45 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
Sam Wormley
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Ken wrote:
I found an interesting "rock" the other day. OK, OK, I know what you're
thinking . . . another person thinks they've found a meteorite . . .

Actually what sets this "rock" apart from others, and what makes me think
this is indeed a meteorite, is the many spherical structures within the
rock. As you will see if you click on the links below, this "rock" seems to
be broken off from a larger piece. There exists many spherical structures,
which may be chondrules.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ken

http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite1.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite2.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite3.jpg



Probably a metamorphic rock.
http://www.google.com/search?q=Metamorphic+Rocks

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Old July 4th 06, 06:35 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
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Probably a metamorphic rock.
http://www.google.com/search?q=Metamorphic+Rocks


Ok Sam, and just what makes you say that?

Anyway, my opinion is no. The condrules are too large. If you look at
pictures of real condrites,
the condrules are much smaller. What are some other alternatives?
sedimentary "conglomerate" or
porphyritic igneous. But most likely sedimentary. What was the area like
that you found it in?


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Old July 4th 06, 06:34 PM posted to sci.astro.amateur
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I too would surmise no. I would base my guess on the lack of "pitting"
whick generally occurs at the very high heat meteorites are subjected too.
This looks like organic growth causing a stain on iron to me.

Doink

"Ken" wrote in message
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I found an interesting "rock" the other day. OK, OK, I know what you're
thinking . . . another person thinks they've found a meteorite . . .

Actually what sets this "rock" apart from others, and what makes me think
this is indeed a meteorite, is the many spherical structures within the
rock. As you will see if you click on the links below, this "rock" seems
to be broken off from a larger piece. There exists many spherical
structures, which may be chondrules.

Any input would be greatly appreciated.

Thanks,

Ken

http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite1.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite2.jpg
http://home.comcast.net/~k_haas/home/Meteorite3.jpg



 




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