{"title":"Martian Meteorites","description":null,"products":[{"product_id":"meteorite-amgala-001-05g-raw-western-sahara-meam38","title":"Meteorite Amgala 001 – 0.5g \/ raw – Western Sahara - MEAM38","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Martian meteorite \/ Shergottite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Saguia el Hamra, Western Sahara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 0.5g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 9 x 7 x 5 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 34.67 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: transparent plastic box (5.8 x 3.8 x 1.6 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Amgala 001 meteorite – Martian Shergottite from the Saguia el Hamra region Amgala 001 is a meteorite discovered in December 2022 in the Saguia el Hamra region, Western Sahara, near Meharrize. The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox\". Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that blasts rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be drawn in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 shows an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that blasts rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be drawn in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 shows an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest more rapid cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that blasts rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be drawn in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 exhibits an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between the expected and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 features an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black, rocks rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be drawn in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 features an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to the small size of Mars, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be pulled in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. About three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color results from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has a weathered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that blasts rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be pulled in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears to be much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest more rapid cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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It was discovered in Algeria in 2022, and the total recovered weight is only 196 grams, making it a very rare and highly valued specimen among collectors. Nakhlites come from Mars and are named after the village of El-Nakhla in Egypt, where the first known nakhlite was found in 1911. Nakhlites are composed mainly of pyroxene and olivine, and their structure suggests formation in the presence of water, which is crucial to understanding conditions on ancient Mars. Scientific analysis of these meteorites provides evidence for the presence of water and possibly life on Mars in the past.\nComposition\nMeteorite NWA 15200 is a cumulate rock rich in the mineral augite, along with other components such as ferrohypersthene, fayalitic olivine, andesine plagioclase, and mesostasis rich in aluminum and potassium. It also contains titanium-chromite magnetite, ilmenite, and troilite.\nAugite grains: These grains can exceed one millimeter and show weak zoning, meaning they contain layers with slightly different chemical compositions.\nFerrohypersthene: This mineral appears as a separate phase and can also form rims on some augite grains, indicating chemical interaction between these two minerals.\nOlivine: Exhibits relatively uniform composition without zoning, meaning its chemistry remains consistent throughout the grain.\nPlagioclase and mesostasis: These minerals fill the gaps between larger grains of pyroxene and olivine, indicating later formation during the crystallization process.\nAbsence of maskelynite: This shock-induced glass phase is not present in this meteorite.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"PeltramMinerals","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":58027889164613,"sku":"MEMN03","price":316.72,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0881\/1659\/2965\/files\/17635-3_meteorite-nwa-15200---0-09g---algeria--northwest-africa.jpg?v=1779378136"},{"product_id":"meteorite-amgala-001-124g-raw-western-sahara-meam27","title":"Meteorite Amgala 001 – 12.4g \/ raw – Western Sahara - MEAM27","description":"\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Martian meteorite \/ Shergottite\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLocation: Western Sahara\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 12.4g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions: 2.8 x 2.4 x 1.4 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eYear of discovery: 2022\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKnown total weight: 34.67 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface treatment: none – Raw\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDETAILED DESCRIPTION\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Amgala 001 meteorite – Martian Shergottite from the Saguia el Hamra region Amgala 001 is a meteorite discovered in December 2022 in the Saguia el Hamra region, Western Sahara, near Meharrize. The total mass of recovered fragments is about 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from Mars' surface into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 features an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. About three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest more rapid cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that blasts rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. About three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from the high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be drawn in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 exhibits an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars's surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars's small size, which would suggest more rapid cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite reached Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory crosses Earth's orbit, they can be pulled in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has a weathered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black, rocks rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the Martian surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from Mars' surface into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a giant explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 has an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from the high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to the small size of Mars, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the “shergottite age paradox.” Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 shows an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the Martian surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to the small size of Mars, which would suggest more rapid cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between the predicted age and the measured age is known as the “shergottite age paradox”. Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars's surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars's small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between the predicted age and the measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, as confirmed by measurements taken during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the surface of Mars appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color results from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. 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The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of the Martian surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to the small size of Mars, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be drawn in by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 features an altered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission to Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both rock types generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars's surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars's small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite reached Earth after a powerful impact ejected rocks from Mars' surface into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 features a weathered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from the high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized approximately 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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The total mass of the recovered fragments is approximately 35 kilograms, with the largest single fragment weighing 5.2 kilograms. Origin The Amgala 001 meteorite arrived on Earth following a powerful impact that ejected rocks from the surface of Mars into space. This process begins when an asteroid or comet strikes Mars with enough energy to cause a gigantic explosion. The impact creates a crater and releases energy that hurls rock fragments into space. These ejected fragments escape Martian gravity and travel through space as meteoroids. If their trajectory intersects Earth's orbit, they can be attracted by gravity and enter the atmosphere as meteors. If they survive atmospheric entry, they become meteorites. Characteristics Amgala 001 features a weathered brown surface with a nodular texture, while the interior is grey-green with darker olivine phenocrysts. It is characterized by a high degree of shock metamorphism and a low level of terrestrial alteration. The chemical and isotopic composition of the trapped gases is very similar to the Martian atmosphere, confirmed by measurements made during the Viking Program mission on Mars. Classification This meteorite is classified as a Shergottite, a type of Martian meteorite. Approximately three-quarters of all known Martian meteorites belong to this group. The name comes from the Shergotty meteorite, which fell in India in 1865. Shergottites are igneous rocks with mafic to ultramafic lithology. Mafic rocks are rich in magnesium and iron and contain dark minerals such as pyroxenes, olivine, and amphiboles. Their dark color comes from their high iron and magnesium content. Common examples include basalts and gabbros. Ultramafic rocks contain even more magnesium and iron and very little silica. They are extremely dark, almost black rocks, rich in olivine and pyroxene. Typical examples are peridotites and dunites. Both types of rock generally form in the mantle and lower crust of planets. The study of these rocks provides important information about the composition and internal processes of planets, including Mars. Age Shergottites crystallized about 180 million years ago. This relatively young age is surprising considering that much of Mars' surface appears to be much older. It is also unexpected due to Mars' small size, which would suggest faster cooling and an older crust. This discrepancy between predicted and measured age is known as the \"shergottite age paradox.\" Some scientists believe that these meteorites may be much older than current dating methods can detect. 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