Eagle Station meteorite, Pallasite meteorite in Carroll County, Kentucky, US.
The Eagle Station meteorite contains olivine crystals embedded in an iron-nickel matrix, weighing approximately 36 kilograms when discovered.
The meteorite was found near Eagle Station in Carroll County during 1880, leading to its first scientific description by George F. Kunz in 1887.
This meteorite serves as the reference specimen for the Eagle Station group, establishing classification standards for similar meteoritic materials.
Scientists examine the meteorite's composition through the Lunar and Planetary Institute's database to understand early solar system formation processes.
The specimen contains higher concentrations of iron and calcium in its olivine compared to other pallasites, marking distinct chemical characteristics.
Location: Kentucky
GPS coordinates: 38.61670,-84.96670
Latest update: March 9, 2025 01:38
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