NWA 4587 Meteorite Thin Section
NWA 4587 contains a unique and attractive matrix, as can be seen in this polarized thin section. The links below give some additional information on this meteorite and its pairings.
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NWA 3358 Meteorite Thin Section
Displayed here in cross polarized reflected light, this uncovered thin section specimen of NWA 3358 covers almost the entire surface area of a standard thin section slide. It is the largest panorama I have stitched; composed of 187 images — created from focus stacking 3,238 images. However, I was not entirely happy with this first uncovered thin section panorama. My CCD had a difficult time capturing the wide spectrum of luminosity and I think I found the best exposure given my equipment limitations. I did include an alternate version modified with a false-color technique which I think displays the features better than the original. In addition, see Meteorite Thin Section Gallery for a few more pictures.
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NWA 3358 Meteorite Thin Section False Color
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NWA 4898 Meteorite Thin Section
Likely ejected from a lunar mare, NWA 4898 provides an exciting glimpse at the magma flows on the surface of our ancient partner. In particular, pay attention to the fascinating spherulitic objects scattered throughout the matrix. And be sure to read more on this incredible meteorite at Meteorite Studies and Randy Korotev’s site.
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