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MeteoritesA question about Olivine crystals in Pallasites

18th Apr 2016 02:38 UTCBarry Miller

I suspect that this is a naive question about pallasites. The polished thin slices (say, 3mm) have attractive crystals of olivine. I wonder, though, are those crystals prone to breaking out from the enclosing metal? Must pallasites be handled very carefully to prevent this from happening?

18th Apr 2016 04:02 UTCDoug Daniels

In my opinion, a very simple yes, they are fragile. Especially if dropped. If you have one, I would be very careful with it.

18th Apr 2016 04:24 UTCBarry Miller

Doug Daniels Wrote:

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> In my opinion, a very simple yes, they are

> fragile. Especially if dropped. If you have one,

> I would be very careful with it.


Thank you Doug. I've been contemplating buying one as they are so attractive and interesting. I'll certainly consider your advice.
 
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