Esquel, Pallasite meteorite in Esquel, Argentina
The Esquel meteorite contains translucent olivine crystals embedded within a matrix of nickel-iron, displaying natural patterns throughout its structure.
A local farmer uncovered this substantial meteorite in 1951 while digging for a water tank installation near the town of Esquel in Chubut Province.
Museums across the globe exhibit sections of this meteorite, allowing researchers and the public to examine genuine extraterrestrial material.
The meteorite weighs approximately 755 kilograms, with numerous fragments distributed among scientific institutions and private collections worldwide.
Analysis of the meteorite's composition reveals an exceptionally low sulfide content, providing new information about the formation of planetary bodies.
GPS coordinates: -42.90000,-71.33333
Latest update: March 7, 2025 11:42
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